Hadad died also. And the dukes of Edom were; duke Timnah, duke Aliah, duke Jetheth,
Hadad died too. The chiefs of Edom were: chief Timnah, chief Aliah, chief Jetheth,
This verse continues listing the leaders who ruled in Edom after their kings died, showing God's faithfulness in keeping detailed records of all nations.
📚 Historical Context
1 Chronicles is a book in the Old Testament that records detailed genealogies to trace the lineage of God's people and neighboring nations, including the Edomites, who were descendants of Esau and often in conflict with Israel. This verse lists the dukes or chiefs of Edom following the death of Hadad, serving as a historical record of leadership in that region to establish the continuity of Edomite society. Such genealogies were important in ancient times for affirming tribal identities and God's sovereign hand in the rise and fall of nations.
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