Provides the names of Esau’s sons and grandsons, who became chiefs of Edom. Details the genealogy of Esau, the brother of Jacob, and his descendants, known as the Edomites. This passage emphasizes Esau’s lineage and the establishment of his people in the region of Seir. The Edomites played a significant role in biblical history, often interacting, sometimes in conflict, with the Israelites. Esau’s story serves as a reminder of how choices shape legacies. His decision to sell his birthright to Jacob had lasting consequences, yet his descendants still formed a powerful nation. This passage highlights the unfolding of God’s plan through generations.

    It reads in Genesis 36:9-19 Easy: This is a list of Esau’s descendants, the Edomites. They lived in the hill country of Seir.These are the names of Esau’s sons: Eliphaz, the son of Esau’s wife, Adah, and Reuel, the son of Esau’s wife, Basemath. The sons of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam and Kenaz. Esau’s son Eliphaz also had a slave wife. Her name was Timna. She gave birth to a son called Amalek. Those were the grandsons of Esau’s wife, Adah.The sons of Reuel were Nahath, Zerah, Shammah and Mizzah. Those were grandsons of Esau’s wife, Basemath. Esau’s wife Oholibamah was the daughter of Anah and the granddaughter of Zibeon. Her sons were Jeush, Jalam and Korah. These were Esau’s descendants who became leaders of their clans: The sons of Esau’s firstborn son, Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, Kenaz, Korah, Gatam and Amalek. These were the clan leaders who were descendants of Eliphaz in Edom. They were grandsons of Adah. The sons of Esau’s son, Reuel, who became clan leaders in Edom were Nahath, Zerah, Shammah and Mizzah. They were grandsons of Esau’s wife Basemath.The sons of Esau’s wife, Oholibamah, who became clan leaders were Jeush, Jalam and Korah. Oholibamah was the daughter of Anah. All those were the sons of Esau and they became the leaders of their clans.

    Father God, Praise You and Thank You for guiding generations and fulfilling Your plans through them. Just as You shaped Esau’s descendants, I ask for Your wisdom and direction in my own life and legacy. Help me to trust in Your purpose, plan and walk in faith, knowing that You are always leading me. Forgive me when I fall short. May I honor You in my actions and decisions, bringing glory to Your name Jesus Amen.