Genesis 36:37
Genesis 36:37 in Multiple Translations
When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates reigned in his place.
And Samlah died, and Saul of Rehoboth by the river reigned in his stead.
And Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth by the River reigned in his stead.
And at the death of Samlah, Shaul of Rehoboth by the River became king in his place.
When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates took over as king.
When Samlah was dead, Shaul of Rehoboth by the riuer, reigned in his steade.
and Samlah dieth, and reign in his stead doth Saul from Rehoboth of the River;
Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth by the river, reigned in his place.
And Samlah died, and Saul of Rehoboth by the river reigned in his stead.
And he being dead, Saul of the river Rohoboth, reigned in his stead.
When Samlah died, Shaul became the king. He was from Rehoboth town along the Euphrates river.
Samlah died, and then a man called Shawl became the big boss. He was from the town called Rehoboth, next to the river.
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Genesis 36:37 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יָּ֖מָת
שַׂמְלָ֑ה
וַ/יִּמְלֹ֣ךְ
תַּחְתָּ֔י/ו
שָׁא֖וּל
מֵ/רְחֹב֥וֹת
הַ/נָּהָֽר
וַ/יָּ֖מָת
mûwth
H4191
to die
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
שַׂמְלָ֑ה
Samlâh
H8072
Samlah
N-proper
וַ/יִּמְלֹ֣ךְ
mâlak
H4427
to reign
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
תַּחְתָּ֔י/ו
tachath
H8478
underneath
Prep | Suff
שָׁא֖וּל
Shâʼûwl
H7586
Shaul
N-proper
מֵ/רְחֹב֥וֹת
Rᵉchôbôwth
H7344
Rehoboth
Prep | N-proper
הַ/נָּהָֽר
nâhâr
H5104
river
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 36:37
וַ/יָּ֖מָת
mûwth
H4191
"to die"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to die, either literally or as a punishment, and is used in books like Genesis and Exodus. It can also mean to perish or be killed. This concept is seen in the story of Adam and Eve, where death enters the world as a result of sin.
Definition: 1) to die, kill, have one executed 1a)(Qal) 1a1) to die 1a2) to die (as penalty), be put to death 1a3) to die, perish (of a nation) 1a4) to die prematurely (by neglect of wise moral conduct) 1b) (Polel) to kill, put to death, dispatch 1c) (Hiphil) to kill, put to death 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be killed, be put to death 1d1a) to die prematurely
Usage: Occurs in 695 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, [idiom] crying, (be) dead (body, man, one), (put to, worthy of) death, destroy(-er), (cause to, be like to, must) die, kill, necro(-mancer), [idiom] must needs, slay, [idiom] surely, [idiom] very suddenly, [idiom] in (no) wise. See also: Genesis 2:17; Exodus 21:18; Numbers 35:21.
שַׂמְלָ֑ה
Samlâh
H8072
"Samlah"
N-proper
Samlah was a king of Moab, mentioned in Genesis, with a name meaning 'garment'.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.36.36 § Samlah = "garment" a king of Moab and successor of Hadad or Hadar
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Samlah. See also: Genesis 36:36; 1 Chronicles 1:47; 1 Chronicles 1:48.
וַ/יִּמְלֹ֣ךְ
mâlak
H4427
"to reign"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To advise or counsel is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can also mean to reign or rule as a king. It is used in the Bible to describe the actions of leaders, like King Solomon, who sought wisdom to rule God's people. This word is found in the book of 1 Kings.
Definition: 1) to be or become king or queen, reign 1a) (Qal) to be or become king or queen, reign 1b) (Hiphil) to make one king or queen, cause to reign 1c) (Hophal) to be made king or queen
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: consult, [idiom] indeed, be (make, set a, set up) king, be (make) queen, (begin to, make to) reign(-ing), rule, [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 36:31; 2 Kings 8:15; 2 Chronicles 10:17.
תַּחְתָּ֔י/ו
tachath
H8478
"underneath"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means underneath or below, often used to describe physical locations or positions. It appears in various books, including Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to indicate something is under or beneath something else. The word has several related meanings.
Definition: : under/below 1) the under part, beneath, instead of, as, for, for the sake of, flat, unto, where, whereas n m 1a) the under part adv accus 1b) beneath prep 1c) under, beneath 1c1) at the foot of (idiom) 1c2) sweetness, subjection, woman, being burdened or oppressed (fig) 1c3) of subjection or conquest 1d) what is under one, the place in which one stands 1d1) in one's place, the place in which one stands (idiom with reflexive pronoun) 1d2) in place of, instead of (in transferred sense) 1d3) in place of, in exchange or return for (of things mutually interchanged) conj 1e) instead of, instead of that 1f) in return for that, because that in compounds 1g) in, under, into the place of (after verbs of motion) 1h) from under, from beneath, from under the hand of, from his place, under, beneath
Usage: Occurs in 450 OT verses. KJV: as, beneath, [idiom] flat, in(-stead), (same) place (where...is), room, for...sake, stead of, under, [idiom] unto, [idiom] when...was mine, whereas, (where-) fore, with. See also: Genesis 1:7; Deuteronomy 7:24; 1 Kings 20:42.
שָׁא֖וּל
Shâʼûwl
H7586
"Shaul"
N-proper
Shaul is a personal name meaning desired, given to several individuals in the Bible, including a Benjamite who became the first king of Israel and a Levite living during the time of the Divided Monarchy. He is mentioned in 1 Chronicles and 1 Samuel.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.6.24; son of: Uzziah (H5818H); father of: Elkanah (H0511I); also called Joel at 1Ch.6.36; Also named: yo.el (יוֹאֵל "Joel" H3100U) § Saul or Shaul = "desired" 1) a Benjamite, son of Kish, and the 1st king of Israel 2) an early king of Edom and a successor of Samlah 3) a son of Simeon 4) a Levite, son of Uzziah
Usage: Occurs in 335 OT verses. KJV: Saul, Shaul. See also: Genesis 36:37; 1 Samuel 16:22; 1 Samuel 24:5.
מֵ/רְחֹב֥וֹת
Rᵉchôbôwth
H7344
"Rehoboth"
Prep | N-proper
Rehoboth was a place in Assyria and Palestine, meaning wide places or streets. It was one of the cities built by Asshur or Nimrod, located near Nineveh. In the Bible, it is mentioned as a city with wide streets.
Definition: Rehoboth = "wide places or streets" one of the 4 cities built by Asshur or by Nimrod in Asshur located close to Nineveh Another name of nin.veh (נִינְוֵה "Nineveh" H5210)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Rehoboth. See also: Genesis 10:11; Genesis 36:37; 1 Chronicles 1:48.
הַ/נָּהָֽר
nâhâr
H5104
"river"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, a river symbolizes prosperity, like the Nile or Euphrates, and is often used figuratively. It appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing the life-giving waters of the Promised Land. This word is also used to describe underground streams.
Definition: 1) stream, river 1a) stream, river 1b) (underground) streams Aramaic equivalent: ne.har (נְהַר "river" H5103H)
Usage: Occurs in 108 OT verses. KJV: flood, river. See also: Genesis 2:10; Psalms 93:3; Psalms 24:2.
Study Notes — Genesis 36:37
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- Genesis 36:37 Summary
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- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 36:37
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 36:37
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 36:37
- Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 36:37
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 36:37
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 36:37
Context — The Kings of Edom
35When Husham died, Hadad son of Bedad, who defeated Midian in the country of Moab, reigned in his place. And the name of his city was Avith.
36When Hadad died, Samlah from Masrekah reigned in his place.
37When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates reigned in his place.
38When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place. 39When Baal-hanan son of Achbor died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was named Pau, and his wife’s name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 1:48 | When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates reigned in his place. |
| 2 | Genesis 10:11 | From that land he went forth into Assyria, where he built Nineveh, Rehoboth-Ir, Calah, |
Genesis 36:37 Summary
Genesis 36:37 tells us about Shaul, a king of Edom, who became king after Samlah died, and he was from a place called Rehoboth on the Euphrates. This shows us how leadership changed hands in ancient Edom, similar to how it did in Israel, as seen in passages like Deuteronomy 17:14-20. The fact that the Bible mentions these details, even about non-Israelite leaders, reminds us that God is interested in all nations and their leaders, as stated in Psalm 47:8, where God is said to reign over the nations. Understanding this can help us appreciate the complexity and richness of the biblical narrative.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Shaul in the Bible?
Shaul was a king of Edom, as mentioned in Genesis 36:37, who reigned after the death of Samlah, and his origins are tied to Rehoboth on the Euphrates, indicating a significant location in his lineage or rise to power.
What is the significance of Rehoboth on the Euphrates in biblical history?
Rehoboth on the Euphrates, mentioned in Genesis 36:37, signifies an important city or region in the biblical narrative, possibly related to the kingdom of Edom or the movements of its rulers, as seen with Shaul's reign following the death of Samlah.
How does the succession of kings in Edom relate to the broader biblical narrative?
The succession of kings in Edom, as detailed in Genesis 36:31-39, including Genesis 36:37, provides insight into the political and historical context of the region, which can be compared to the leadership transitions in Israel, as noted in books like 1 Samuel and 2 Samuel, highlighting the complex interactions between nations in the ancient Near East.
What can we learn from the brief mentions of these Edomite kings in Genesis?
The brief mentions of Edomite kings, such as Shaul in Genesis 36:37, remind us that even the most seemingly minor figures in the Bible have a place in God's larger story, as seen in Romans 11:25-32, where the relationship between Israel and the Gentiles, including Edom, is discussed in the context of God's plan for salvation.
Reflection Questions
- What does the transition of power from Samlah to Shaul reveal about the nature of leadership and succession in the biblical world?
- How might the geographical detail of Rehoboth on the Euphrates influence our understanding of Shaul's background or the significance of his reign?
- In what ways can the brief, factual accounts of rulers like Shaul in Genesis inform our prayers and reflections on current leaders and global events?
- What parallels or contrasts can be drawn between the kingdoms of Edom and Israel, particularly in terms of their leaders and the will of God, as discussed in passages like Genesis 36:31-39 and 1 Samuel 8:1-22?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 36:37
And Samlah died,.... As is supposed, about A. M. 2283. and Saul of Rehoboth [by] the river reigned in his stead; Rehoboth was one of the cities built by Ashur, Genesis 10:11; and was situated near
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 36:37
And Samlah died, and Saul of Rehoboth by the river reigned in his stead. Saul of Rehoboth by the river - rather, Rehoboth of the river; i:e., the Euphrates. The site of this place is supposed by Col. Chesney ('Euphrat.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 36:37
The river; either Euphrates, or a branch of it, called Chabras, by which there is even at this day a city called Rahabath-melic, i.e. King’ s Rahabath, as the learned observe; or some other river of note in those times and parts.
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 36:37
(37) Rehoboth by the river.—Heb., Rehoboth hannahar, Rehoboth-of-the-river, so called, perhaps, to distinguish it from Rehoboth-ir (Genesis 10:11). If the river is the Euphrates, this city was not on Edomite ground, and Saul probably reigned in Idumea by right of conquest.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 36:37
37. Shaul] This is the same name in Hebrew as “Saul.” Rehoboth by the River] The R.V. by printing “River” with a capital adopts the interpretation that the Euphrates is here intended. If so, Rehoboth may be Rahaba a little south of the junction of the Habor with the Euphrates. But it may be asked, what connexion can there be between Edom and the Euphrates? Hence some prefer to explain by the “river of Egypt,” the Wady el Arish, viz. the boundary between Palestine and Egypt, from which the Rehoboth of Gen 26:22 would not be very remote. But “the River” is nahar; “the river of Egypt” is naḥ ?al mizraim. Achbor] Meaning “jerboa.” The name occurs in 2 Kings 22:14; Jeremiah 26:22; Jeremiah 36:12.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 36:37
THE KINGS OF EDOM, Genesis 36:31-39. How a monarchy arose among the Edomites we are not told, but it is noticeable that of the eight kings here mentioned, not one is said to have succeeded to his father.