KJV ORIGINAL
Duke Aholibamah, duke Elah, duke Pinon,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Chief Aholibamah, chief Elah, chief Pinon,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse continues listing the names of tribal chiefs who descended from Esau and ruled over different regions in Edom.
📚 Historical Context
Genesis 36 is part of the biblical account that traces the descendants of Esau, Jacob's twin brother, who became the ancestor of the Edomites, a people group that settled in the region southeast of the Dead Sea. This verse lists specific leaders or "dukes" among the Edomites, reflecting the ancient practice of recording genealogies to establish tribal identities and societal structures. It provides historical context for the Edomites' interactions with Israel, as seen in later Old Testament events.
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