And these are the children of Dishon; Hemdan, and Eshban, and Ithran, and Cheran.
These are the sons of Dishon: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran.
This verse lists the four sons of Dishon, who was a descendant of Esau living in the land of Seir.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Genesis, chapter 36 records the descendants of Esau, who was Jacob's twin brother and the father of the Edomites, as part of the broader narrative of the patriarchs and their family lines. This specific verse lists the sons of Dishon, a figure from the Horite clans who inhabited the region of Seir, which later became associated with Edom. These genealogies served to trace tribal origins and relationships in the ancient Near East, illustrating God's ongoing work in establishing nations and peoples.
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