Gen. 36:1–8 These verses explain the summary description of Esau that comes in v. 9. These events occurred during Esau’s time in Canaan, when five sons and some daughters were born to him. Esau then relocated in the hill country of Seir.
Gen. 36:1 These are the generations of. See note on 2:4. Esau (that is, Edom). On the origin of the name “Edom,” see note on 25:30.
Gen. 36:12 concubine. See note on 25:5–6.
Gen. 36:20–30 This section lists five chiefs associated with the Horites, the original inhabitants of Seir. Eventually, Esau’s descendants assume control of Seir, renaming it “Edom.”
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