Genesis 36:25
Genesis 36:25 in Multiple Translations
These are the children of Anah: Dishon and Oholibamah daughter of Anah.
And the children of Anah were these; Dishon, and Aholibamah the daughter of Anah.
And these are the children of Anah: Dishon and Oholibamah the daughter of Anah.
And these are the children of Anah: Dishon and Oholibamah his daughter.
These were the children of Anah: Dishon and Oholibamah, daughter of Anah.
And the children of Anah were these: Dishon and Aholibamah, the daughter of Anah.
And these [are] sons of Anah: Dishon, and Aholibamah daughter of Anah.
These are the children of Anah: Dishon and Oholibamah, the daughter of Anah.
And the children of Anah were these; Dishon, and Aholibamah the daughter of Anah.
And he had a son Dison, and a daughter Oolibama.
Anah had two children—a son named Dishon and a daughter named Oholibamah.
Seir’s son Anah had these kids, – Dishon – Oholibamah. She was Anah’s daughter.
Berean Amplified Bible — Genesis 36:25
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Genesis 36:25 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֵ֥לֶּה
בְנֵֽי
עֲנָ֖ה
דִּשֹׁ֑ן
וְ/אָהֳלִיבָמָ֖ה
בַּת
עֲנָֽה
וְ/אֵ֥לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
these
Conj | Pron
בְנֵֽי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
עֲנָ֖ה
ʻĂnâh
H6034
Anah
N-proper
דִּשֹׁ֑ן
Dîyshôwn
H1787
Dishan
N-proper
וְ/אָהֳלִיבָמָ֖ה
ʼOhŏlîybâmâh
H173
Oholibamah
Conj | N-proper
בַּת
bath
H1323
Bath (Shua)
N-fs
עֲנָֽה
ʻĂnâh
H6034
Anah
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 36:25
וְ/אֵ֥לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
"these"
Conj | Pron
This Hebrew word is used to point out specific people or things, like saying 'these' or 'those'. It appears in the book of Genesis, where God says 'let there be light' and separates the light from the darkness.
Definition: 1) these 1a) used before antecedent 1b) used following antecedent Aramaic equivalent: el.leh (אֵלֶּה "these" H0429)
Usage: Occurs in 697 OT verses. KJV: an-(the) other; one sort, so, some, such, them, these (same), they, this, those, thus, which, who(-m). See also: Genesis 2:4; Exodus 35:1; Deuteronomy 1:35.
בְנֵֽי
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.
עֲנָ֖ה
ʻĂnâh
H6034
"Anah"
N-proper
Anah was a person's name in the Bible, mentioned in Genesis 36:24 as the son of Zibeon. Anah also means 'answer' in Hebrew.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.36.24; son of: Zibeon (H6649H); brother of: Aiah (H0345) § Anah = "answer" 1) son of Zibeon and father of Aholibamah, a wife of Esau 2) a Horite chief 3) daughter of Zibeon
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Anah. See also: Genesis 36:2; Genesis 36:25; 1 Chronicles 1:41.
דִּשֹׁ֑ן
Dîyshôwn
H1787
"Dishan"
N-proper
Dishan was the name of two Edomites, one of whom was the son of Seir and the father of Uz and Aran. He lived during the time of the Patriarchs and is mentioned in Genesis 36:21. His name means thresher.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.36.21; son of: Seir (H8165B); brother of: Lotan (H3877), Shobal (H7732), Zibeon (H6649H), Anah (H6034H), Dishon (H1787), Ezer (H0687) and Timna (H8555H); father of: Uz (H5780I), Aran (H0765) Another spelling of di.shan (דִּישָׁן "Dishan" H1789) § Dishon = "thresher" 1) the fifth son of Seir 2) the son of Anah and grandson of Seir
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Dishon. See also: Genesis 36:21; 1 Chronicles 1:38; 1 Chronicles 1:42.
וְ/אָהֳלִיבָמָ֖ה
ʼOhŏlîybâmâh
H173
"Oholibamah"
Conj | N-proper
Oholibamah was a wife of Esau, first mentioned in Genesis 36. Her name means 'tent of the high place'.
Definition: A woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.36.41 § Aholibamah = "tent of the high place" 1) wife of Esau 2) an Edomite chieftain
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Aholibamah. See also: Genesis 36:2; Genesis 36:18; 1 Chronicles 1:52.
בַּת
bath
H1323
"Bath (Shua)"
N-fs
The Hebrew word for daughter is used to describe a female child or a woman, and can also be used figuratively. In the Bible, it is used to describe women like Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah and later of King David.
Definition: A woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.38.2; daughter of: Shua (H7770); married to Judah (H3063); mother of: Er (H6147), Onan (H0209) and Shelah (H7956) the wife of Uriah whom David had murdered, having had adulterous relations with her; subsequently wife of David and mother of Solomon, Shimea, Shobab, and Nathan (alternate spelling to 'Bathsheba')
Usage: Occurs in 498 OT verses. KJV: apple (of the eye), branch, company, daughter, [idiom] first, [idiom] old, [phrase] owl, town, village. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 2:21; Ruth 1:13.
עֲנָֽה
ʻĂnâh
H6034
"Anah"
N-proper
Anah was a person's name in the Bible, mentioned in Genesis 36:24 as the son of Zibeon. Anah also means 'answer' in Hebrew.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.36.24; son of: Zibeon (H6649H); brother of: Aiah (H0345) § Anah = "answer" 1) son of Zibeon and father of Aholibamah, a wife of Esau 2) a Horite chief 3) daughter of Zibeon
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Anah. See also: Genesis 36:2; Genesis 36:25; 1 Chronicles 1:41.
Study Notes — Genesis 36:25
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Context — The Descendants of Seir
23These are the sons of Shobal: Alvan, Manahath, Ebal, Shepho, and Onam.
24These are the sons of Zibeon: Aiah and Anah. (This is the Anah who found the hot springs in the wilderness as he was pasturing the donkeys of his father Zibeon.)
25These are the children of Anah: Dishon and Oholibamah daughter of Anah.
26These are the sons of Dishon: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran. 27These are the sons of Ezer: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genesis 36:2 | Esau took his wives from the daughters of Canaan: Adah daughter of Elon the Hittite, Oholibamah daughter of Anah and granddaughter of Zibeon the Hivite, |
| 2 | Genesis 36:18 | These are the sons of Esau’s wife Oholibamah: Chiefs Jeush, Jalam, and Korah. They are the chiefs descended from Esau’s wife Oholibamah, the daughter of Anah. |
| 3 | 1 Chronicles 1:41 | The son of Anah: Dishon. The sons of Dishon: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran. |
| 4 | Genesis 36:14 | These are the sons of Esau’s wife Oholibamah (daughter of Anah and granddaughter of Zibeon) whom she bore to Esau: Jeush, Jalam, and Korah. |
| 5 | Genesis 36:5 | 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. |
Genesis 36:25 Summary
Genesis 36:25 lists the children of Anah, who was the son of Zibeon, as Dishon and Oholibamah. This verse is part of a larger section of the book of Genesis that focuses on the family histories and genealogies of the descendants of Esau, as seen in Genesis 36:1-43. By studying these family relationships, we can gain a deeper understanding of God's plan and how He works through the lives of individuals and families, as seen in verses like Psalm 127:3-5 and Matthew 1:1-17. As we reflect on our own family relationships and lineage, we can remember that God has a plan for each of us, and that our lives are part of a larger story of His love and redemption, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11 and Romans 8:28.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Anah and why is he mentioned in Genesis 36:25?
Anah is the son of Zibeon, as mentioned in Genesis 36:24, and he is notable for finding hot springs in the wilderness while pasturing his father's donkeys, as also mentioned in Genesis 36:24. This verse lists his children, Dishon and Oholibamah.
What can we learn from the family relationships in Genesis 36:25?
The family relationships in Genesis 36:25 teach us about the importance of family and lineage in biblical times, as seen in other verses like Genesis 5:1 and Genesis 10:1, which also list genealogies.
Who is Oholibamah and why is she mentioned as a daughter of Anah?
Oholibamah is listed as a daughter of Anah in Genesis 36:25, and she is also mentioned in Genesis 36:2 as one of the wives of Esau, highlighting the interconnectedness of the biblical families and their histories.
Why are the children of Anah listed in Genesis 36:25?
The children of Anah, Dishon and Oholibamah, are listed in Genesis 36:25 to provide a record of the descendants of Esau, as part of the larger narrative of the book of Genesis, which aims to show God's plan of salvation and the history of His people, as seen in Genesis 12:1-3.
Reflection Questions
- What can I learn from the way the Bible records the family histories and genealogies, and how can I apply this to my own understanding of my place in God's plan?
- How does the mention of Anah's children, Dishon and Oholibamah, fit into the larger story of the book of Genesis, and what does it reveal about God's character and intentions?
- In what ways can I reflect on my own family relationships and lineage, and how can I use these reflections to deepen my understanding of God's plan for my life, as seen in verses like Jeremiah 29:11 and Romans 8:28?
- What does the inclusion of Oholibamah as both a daughter of Anah and a wife of Esau teach me about the complexities and interconnectedness of human relationships, and how can I apply this to my own relationships with others?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 36:25
And the children of Anah [were] these,.... Dishon, the name of one of his uncles.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 36:25
These are the sons of Seir the Horite, who inhabited the land; Lotan, and Shobal, and Zibeon, and Anah, These are the sons of Seir the Horite.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 36:25
The children, Heb. sons, though but one son be mentioned. Either then he had other sons not here expressed; or the plural number is put for the singular, as .
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 36:25
25. Anah] This is the clan of Anah of Gen 36:20, and probably also of Gen 36:24. Oholibamah] See Genesis 36:2. Probably the words “the daughter of Anah” have been carelessly inserted from Genesis 36:2 as a gloss.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 36:25
SONS OF SEIR THE HORITE, Genesis 36:20-30. The Horites were the original occupants of Mount Seir, (Genesis 14:6,) but it appears from Deuteronomy 2:12; Deuteronomy 2:22, that they were subdued by the