Genesis 36:11
Genesis 36:11 in Multiple Translations
The sons of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam, and Kenaz.
And the sons of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, and Gatam, and Kenaz.
And the sons of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, and Gatam, and Kenaz.
The sons of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam, and Kenaz.
The sons of Eliphaz were: Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam, and Kenaz.
And the sonnes of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, and Gatam, and Kenaz.
And the sons of Eliphaz are Teman, Omar, Zepho, and Gatam, and Kenaz;
The sons of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, and Gatam, and Kenaz.
And the sons of Eliphaz were, Teman, Omar, Zepho, and Gatam, and Kenaz.
And Eliphaz had sons: Theman, Omar, Sepho, and Gatham, and Cenez.
The sons of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam, and Kenaz.
These are the names of Elifaz’s sons, – Teman – Omar – Zefo – Gatam – Kenaz
Berean Amplified Bible — Genesis 36:11
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Genesis 36:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּהְי֖וּ
בְּנֵ֣י
אֱלִיפָ֑ז
תֵּימָ֣ן
אוֹמָ֔ר
צְפ֥וֹ
וְ/גַעְתָּ֖ם
וּ/קְנַֽז
וַ/יִּהְי֖וּ
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
אֱלִיפָ֑ז
ʼĔlîyphaz
H464
Eliphaz
N-proper
תֵּימָ֣ן
Têymân
H8487
Teman
N-proper
אוֹמָ֔ר
ʼÔwmâr
H201
Omar
N-proper
צְפ֥וֹ
Tsᵉphôw
H6825
Zepho
N-proper
וְ/גַעְתָּ֖ם
Gaʻtâm
H1609
Gatam
Conj | N-proper
וּ/קְנַֽז
Qᵉnaz
H7073
Kenaz
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 36:11
וַ/יִּהְי֖וּ
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
בְּנֵ֣י
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.
אֱלִיפָ֑ז
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.
תֵּימָ֣ן
Têymân
H8487
"Teman"
N-proper
Teman is a name for two Edomites and the region they inhabited, located east of Idumea. It is mentioned in the books of Obadiah and Amos, referencing the region and its people.
Definition: Teman = "south" the region occupied by the descendants of Teman, located east of Idumea Also named: te.ma.ni (תֵּימָנִי "Temanite" H8489)
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: south, Teman. See also: Genesis 36:11; Jeremiah 49:7; Jeremiah 49:20.
אוֹמָ֔ר
ʼÔwmâr
H201
"Omar"
N-proper
Omar was a grandson of Esau, mentioned in Genesis 36:11, and his name means 'speaker' or 'eloquent'. He was part of the Edomite family tree. The KJV simply translates his name as 'Omar'.
Definition: A man of the Edomites living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.36.11; son of: Eliphaz (H0464); brother of: Teman (H8487), Zepho (H6825), Gatam (H1609), Kenaz (H7073), Amalek (H6002H) and Korah (H7141H) § Omar = "speaker" or "eloquent" grandson of Esau
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Omar. See also: Genesis 36:11; Genesis 36:15; 1 Chronicles 1:36.
צְפ֥וֹ
Tsᵉphôw
H6825
"Zepho"
N-proper
Zepho was a man who lived in the time of the Patriarchs, mentioned in Genesis 36:11. He was the son of Eliphaz and the grandson of Esau, and his name means 'watch-tower'.
Definition: A man of the Edomites living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.36.11; son of: Eliphaz (H0464); brother of: Teman (H8487), Omar (H0201), Gatam (H1609), Kenaz (H7073), Amalek (H6002H) and Korah (H7141H) § Zepho or Zephi = "watch-tower" son of Eliphaz and grandson of Esau and one of the chiefs of the Edomites
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Zephi, Zepho. See also: Genesis 36:11; Genesis 36:15; 1 Chronicles 1:36.
וְ/גַעְתָּ֖ם
Gaʻtâm
H1609
"Gatam"
Conj | N-proper
Gatam was an Edomite, the fourth son of Eliphaz and grandson of Esau. His name means a burnt valley and he is mentioned in Genesis 36 as one of the dukes of Eliphaz.
Definition: A man of the Edomites living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.36.11; son of: Eliphaz (H0464); brother of: Teman (H8487), Omar (H0201), Zepho (H6825), Kenaz (H7073), Amalek (H6002H) and Korah (H7141H) § Gatam = "a burnt valley" fourth son of Eliphaz and grandson of Esau and one of the dukes of Eliphaz
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Gatam. See also: Genesis 36:11; Genesis 36:16; 1 Chronicles 1:36.
וּ/קְנַֽז
Qᵉnaz
H7073
"Kenaz"
Conj | N-proper
Kenaz was the name of an Edomite and two Israelites, including a hunter and a brother of Caleb. The name Kenaz means hunter and is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:15.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.4.15; son of: Elah (H0425J) § Kenaz = "hunter" 1) son of Eliphaz and grandson of Esau; one of the dukes of Edom 2) a brother of Caleb and father of Othniel
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: Kenaz. See also: Genesis 36:11; Judges 3:9; 1 Chronicles 4:15.
Study Notes — Genesis 36:11
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Context — The Descendants of Esau
9This is the account of Esau, the father of the Edomites, in the area of Mount Seir.
10These are the names of Esau’s sons: Eliphaz son of Esau’s wife Adah, and Reuel son of Esau’s wife Basemath.
11The sons of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam, and Kenaz.
12Additionally, Timna, a concubine of Esau’s son Eliphaz, gave birth to Amalek. These are the grandsons of Esau’s wife Adah. 13These are the sons of Reuel: Nahath, Zerah, Shammah, and Mizzah. They are the grandsons of Esau’s wife Basemath.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 36:15–16 | These are the chiefs among the sons of Esau. The sons of Eliphaz the firstborn of Esau: Chiefs Teman, Omar, Zepho, Kenaz, Korah, Gatam, and Amalek. They are the chiefs of Eliphaz in the land of Edom, and they are the grandsons of Adah. |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 1:35–36 | The sons of Esau: Eliphaz, Reuel, Jeush, Jalam, and Korah. The sons of Eliphaz: Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam, and Kenaz; and by Timna, Amalek. |
Genesis 36:11 Summary
Genesis 36:11 lists the sons of Eliphaz, who was the son of Esau, to show us the family tree of the Edomites. This verse helps us see how families and nations are connected and how God is interested in every detail of human history (as seen in Psalm 139:1-6). By reading this verse, we can learn about the importance of family and heritage, and how God's plan for humanity involves all nations, as mentioned in Genesis 12:3 and Revelation 7:9.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Eliphaz and why are his sons listed in Genesis 36:11?
Eliphaz was the son of Esau, and his sons are listed to provide a record of Esau's descendants, as seen in Genesis 36:9-10, which introduces Esau as the father of the Edomites.
What is the significance of the names of Eliphaz's sons in Genesis 36:11?
The names of Eliphaz's sons, such as Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam, and Kenaz, are significant because they become important figures in the history of the Edomites, as mentioned in Genesis 36:12-13 and other passages like 1 Chronicles 1:35-36.
How does Genesis 36:11 relate to the broader story of the Bible?
Genesis 36:11 is part of the larger narrative of the Bible, which includes the stories of the patriarchs and the nations that descended from them, as seen in Genesis 10:1-32 and Genesis 25:12-18, highlighting God's sovereignty over all nations.
What can we learn from the genealogies in Genesis, such as the one in Genesis 36:11?
The genealogies in Genesis, including Genesis 36:11, teach us about the importance of family, heritage, and God's plan for humanity, as emphasized in Psalm 127:3-5 and Acts 17:26.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's interest in the details of human families and history?
- How does the listing of Eliphaz's sons in Genesis 36:11 reflect the biblical theme of the importance of family and descendants?
- What can we learn from the fact that the Bible records the names and relationships of seemingly ordinary people, like the sons of Eliphaz?
- In what ways can reflecting on the genealogies in the Bible, such as Genesis 36:11, deepen our understanding of God's plan for humanity?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 36:11
And the sons of Eliphaz were Teman,.... This was his firstborn, and from him the city of Teman in Edom or Idumea had its name, see Jeremiah 49:7; and Eliphaz is called the Temanite from hence, Job
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 36:11
These are the names of Esau's sons; Eliphaz the son of Adah the wife of Esau, Reuel the son of Bashemath the wife of Esau. These are the names of Esau's sons. They were five in number.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 36:11
Genesis 36:11 And the sons of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, and Gatam, and Kenaz.Ver. 11. And the sons of Eliphaz.] See here the fulfilling of God’ s predictions and promises, even to an Esau. Will he be wanting to his obedient people?
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 36:11
11. Teman] A district in the north of Edom. Cf. Ezekiel 25:13; Amos 1:12; Obadiah 1:9. Its reputation for “wise men” is alluded to in Jeremiah 49:7; Bar 3:22-23. Job’s friend Eliphaz is a Temanite, Job 2:11. The Heb. word têmân means “south,” i.e. what is on the right hand, facing east. Kenaz] Probably connected with the Kenizzites (Genesis 15:19), an Edomite family, which attached itself to the tribe of Judah in southern Palestine.
Sermons on Genesis 36:11
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(Genesis) Genesis 36:15-43 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the genealogy and history of the Edomites, who were descendants of Esau. The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding this family hi |
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Genesis #21 Ch. 35-37 Joseph, the Dreamer by Chuck Missler | In this sermon, Chuck Missler discusses Genesis chapters 35 through 37. He begins by praying for understanding and guidance from the Holy Spirit. He then highlights the importance |