KJV ORIGINAL
The sons of Eliphaz; Teman, and Omar, Zephi, and Gatam, Kenaz, and Timna, and Amalek.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The sons of Eliphaz were: Teman, Omar, Zephi, Gatam, Kenaz, Timna, and Amalek.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists the seven sons of Eliphaz, who was Esau's eldest son, showing how God's promise to make nations from Abraham's family was being fulfilled.
📚 Historical Context
This genealogy traces the descendants of Esau (also called Edom), Jacob's twin brother. Eliphaz was Esau's firstborn son, and his descendants became various Edomite tribes and clans. The Chronicler included these genealogies to show how God's promises to Abraham about making him the father of many nations were literally coming true through multiple family lines.
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.
Share or Save