1 Chronicles 1:35
1 Chronicles 1:35 in Multiple Translations
The sons of Esau: Eliphaz, Reuel, Jeush, Jalam, and Korah.
¶ The sons of Esau; Eliphaz, Reuel, and Jeush, and Jaalam, and Korah.
The sons of Esau: Eliphaz, Reuel, and Jeush, and Jalam, and Korah.
The sons of Esau: Eliphaz, Reuel and Jeush and Jalam and Korah.
The sons of Esau: Eliphaz, Reuel, Jeush, Jalam and Korah.
The sonnes of Esau were Eliphaz, Reuel, and Ieush, and Iaalam, and Korah.
Sons of Esau: Eliphaz, Reuel, and Jeush, and Jaalam, and Korah.
The sons of Esau: Eliphaz, Reuel, Jeush, Jalam, and Korah.
The sons of Esau; Eliphaz, Reuel, and Jeush, and Jaalam, and Korah.
The sons of Esau: Eliphaz, Rahuel, Jehus, Ihelom, and Core.
The sons of Esau were Eliphaz, Reuel, Jeush, Jalam, and Korah.
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1 Chronicles 1:35 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּנֵ֖י
עֵשָׂ֑ו
אֱלִיפַ֛ז
רְעוּאֵ֥ל
וִ/יע֖וּשׁ
וְ/יַעְלָ֥ם
וְ/קֹֽרַח
בְּנֵ֖י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
עֵשָׂ֑ו
ʻÊsâv
H6215
Esau
N-proper
אֱלִיפַ֛ז
ʼĔlîyphaz
H464
Eliphaz
N-proper
רְעוּאֵ֥ל
Rᵉʻûwʼêl
H7467
Reuel
N-proper
וִ/יע֖וּשׁ
Yᵉʻûwsh
H3266
Jeush
Conj | N-proper
וְ/יַעְלָ֥ם
Yaʻlâm
H3281
Jalam
Conj | N-proper
וְ/קֹֽרַח
Qôrach
H7141
Korah
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 1:35
בְּנֵ֖י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
עֵשָׂ֑ו
ʻÊsâv
H6215
"Esau"
N-proper
Esau was the son of Isaac and twin brother of Jacob, and his name means 'hairy'. He sold his birthright to Jacob and lost the divine blessing, as told in Genesis 25:29-34, and became the ancestor of the Arab peoples.
Definition: § Esau = "hairy" eldest son of Isaac and Rebecca and twin brother of Jacob; sold the birthright for food when he was hungry and the divine blessing went to Jacob; progenitor of the Arab peoples
Usage: Occurs in 82 OT verses. KJV: Esau. See also: Genesis 25:25; Genesis 33:9; Jeremiah 49:8.
אֱלִיפַ֛ז
ʼĔlîyphaz
H464
"Eliphaz"
N-proper
Eliphaz was a friend of Job and a son of Esau, whose name means my God is gold. He is mentioned in the book of Job as one of the friends who came to comfort him. The KJV translates his name as Eliphaz.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Job.2.11 § Eliphaz = "my God is (fine) gold" 1) Esau's son, father of Teman 2) the Temanite friend of Job
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: Eliphaz. See also: Genesis 36:4; 1 Chronicles 1:36; Job 42:9.
רְעוּאֵ֥ל
Rᵉʻûwʼêl
H7467
"Reuel"
N-proper
Reuel, also known as Jethro, was Moses' father-in-law and a significant figure in his life. He was a wise and spiritual leader who advised Moses, as seen in the book of Exodus. The name Reuel means 'friend of God', reflecting his strong faith and relationship with God.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.2.18; father of: Zipporah (H6855) and Hobab (H2246); also called Reuel (KJV: Raguel) at Num.10.29; Another name of yit.ro (יִתְרוֹ "Jethro" H3503) § Reuel or Raguel = "friend of God" 1) a son of Esau by his wife Bashemath, the sister of Ishmael 2) the father-in-law of Moses 2a) also 'Jethro' 3) father of Eliasaph, the leader of the tribe of Gad at the time of the census at Sinai 4) a Benjamite, ancestor of Elah
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Raguel, Reuel. See also: Genesis 36:4; Numbers 2:14; 1 Chronicles 9:8.
וִ/יע֖וּשׁ
Yᵉʻûwsh
H3266
"Jeush"
Conj | N-proper
Jeush was the name of an Edomite and four Israelites, including a son of King Rehoboam, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 11:19. His name means He hurries to aid, and he was a descendant of King Saul. Jeush is also translated as Jehush in some versions.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Ch.11.19; son of: Rehoboam (H7346) and Mahalath (H4258H); brother of: Shemariah (H8114H), Zaham (H2093); half-brother of: Abijah (H0029I), Attai (H6262I), Ziza (H2124H) and Shelomith (H8019G) § Jehush or Jeush = "He hurries to aid" 1) son of Eshek, a remote descendant of king Saul 2) a Gershonite Levite of the house of Shimei 3) son of king Rehoboam of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Jehush, Jeush. Compare H3274 (יְעִישׁ). See also: Genesis 36:5; 1 Chronicles 7:10; 2 Chronicles 11:19.
וְ/יַעְלָ֥ם
Yaʻlâm
H3281
"Jalam"
Conj | N-proper
Jalam was an Edomite, a son of Esau and Oholibamah, living during the time of the patriarchs. His name means 'concealed' and he was a descendant of Esau.
Definition: A man of the Edomites living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.36.5; son of: Esau (H6215) and Oholibamah (H0173); brother of: Jeush (H3266) and Korah (H7141); half-brother of: Eliphaz (H0464) and Reuel (H7467) § Jaalam = "concealed" an Edomite, descendant of Esau
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Jalam. See also: Genesis 36:5; Genesis 36:18; 1 Chronicles 1:35.
וְ/קֹֽרַח
Qôrach
H7141
"Korah"
Conj | N-proper
Korah was a leader who rebelled against Moses and Aaron in the wilderness, as told in Numbers 16, and his name means bald.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.2.43; son of: Hebron (H2275I); brother of: Tappuah (H8599A), Rekem (H7552I) and Shema (H8087) § Korah = "bald" 1) son of Izhar, grandson of Kohath, great grandson of Levi and leader of the rebellion of the Israelites against Moses and Aaron while in the wilderness; punished and died by an earthquake and flames of fire 2) the 3rd son of Esau by Aholibamah and one of the dukes of Edom 3) son of Eliphaz by Adah, duke of Edom, and nephew of 1 4) one of the 'sons' of Hebron
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: Korah. See also: Genesis 36:5; Numbers 26:10; Psalms 42:1.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 1:35
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Context — The Descendants of Esau
33The sons of Midian: Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All of these were Keturah’s sons.
34Abraham was the father of Isaac. The sons of Isaac: Esau and Israel.
35The sons of Esau: Eliphaz, Reuel, Jeush, Jalam, and Korah.
36The sons of Eliphaz: Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam, and Kenaz; and by Timna, Amalek. 37The sons of Reuel: Nahath, Zerah, Shammah, and Mizzah.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genesis 36:9–10 | This is the account of Esau, the father of the Edomites, in the area of Mount Seir. These are the names of Esau’s sons: Eliphaz son of Esau’s wife Adah, and Reuel son of Esau’s wife Basemath. |
| 2 | Genesis 36:4–5 | And Adah bore Eliphaz to Esau, Basemath gave birth to Reuel, and Oholibamah gave birth to Jeush, Jalam, and Korah. These were the sons of Esau, who were born to him in the land of Canaan. |
1 Chronicles 1:35 Summary
This verse, 1 Chronicles 1:35, lists the sons of Esau, who was the brother of Jacob (also known as Israel) and the grandson of Abraham. Understanding who Esau's sons were helps us see how God worked through different families and nations, as promised to Abraham in Genesis 12:3. The naming of these sons, like Eliphaz and Reuel, is important for tracing the family lines and history of the people of the Bible, showing us God's faithfulness across generations, similar to what we see in the stories of Genesis 25 and Romans 9:10-13.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it important to know the sons of Esau in 1 Chronicles 1:35?
Understanding the descendants of Esau is significant because it helps us see the fulfillment of God's promises to Abraham, as stated in Genesis 17:4-6, and the development of the nations that will interact with Israel throughout the Bible, including in the book of Numbers 20:14-21.
How does the listing of Esau's sons relate to the rest of the biblical narrative?
The listing of Esau's sons in 1 Chronicles 1:35 connects to the broader story of God's relationship with Israel, as seen in the contrast between Esau and Jacob (Israel) in Genesis 25:23 and Romans 9:10-13, highlighting God's sovereign choice.
What can we learn from the names of Esau's sons in this verse?
The names of Esau's sons, such as Eliphaz, Reuel, Jeush, Jalam, and Korah, remind us of the importance of genealogy in the biblical context, tracing family lines and covenant promises, similar to the genealogies found in Genesis 5 and Matthew 1:1-17.
How does this verse contribute to our understanding of biblical genealogy?
1 Chronicles 1:35 is part of a larger genealogical record that helps us understand the family relationships and historical context of the Bible, much like the genealogies in 1 Chronicles 1-9, which provide a framework for Israel's history and God's covenant faithfulness, as discussed in Psalm 105:7-11.
Reflection Questions
- What does the detailed listing of family lines in this verse teach us about God's attention to detail and His involvement in human history?
- How can reflecting on the descendants of Esau help us understand the concept of family and heritage in a biblical context?
- In what ways does the story of Esau and his descendants, as introduced in this verse, intersect with or reflect the broader themes of redemption and covenant in the Bible?
- What does the inclusion of Esau's sons in the genealogy of 1 Chronicles suggest about God's heart for all nations and peoples, as also seen in Acts 17:26-27?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 1:35
Ver. 35-37. The sons of Esau,.... The firstborn of Isaac; his posterity are named in this and the two following verses, as in Genesis 36:1 only it should be observed, that Timna, 1 Chronicles 1:36 is
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 1:35
And the sons of Midian; Ephah, and Epher, and Henoch, and Abida, and Eldaah. All these are the sons of Keturah. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 1:35
(35-42) The tribes of Esau and Seir, extracted from Genesis 36
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 1:35
34–37. The Descent of the tribes of Edom from Abraham (Cp. Genesis 36:10-14) 35. Jaalam] R.V. Jalam.