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His city was named Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/genesis/36.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Bela son of Beor, who ruled in Edom from his city of Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/genesis/36.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom, the name of his city being Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/genesis/36.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Bela son of Beor reigned in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/genesis/36.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom: and the name of his city <i>was</i> Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/genesis/36.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom, and the name of his city <i>was</i> Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/genesis/36.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom, and the name of his city was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/genesis/36.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom, and the name of his city was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/genesis/36.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom, and the name of his city was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/genesis/36.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And Bela the son of Beor became king in Edom, and the name of his city was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/genesis/36.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom, and the name of his city was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/genesis/36.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Bela son of Beor reigned in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/genesis/36.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Bela son of Beor ruled in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/genesis/36.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom; and the name of his city was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/genesis/36.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom; and the name of his city was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/genesis/36.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Bela, son of Beor, ruled Edom. The name of his [capital] city was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/genesis/36.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Beor's son Bela ruled over Edom. His city's name was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/genesis/36.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Bela son of Beor reigned in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/genesis/36.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/genesis/36.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom. The name of his city was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/genesis/36.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom: and the name of his city was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/genesis/36.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Bela, the son of Beor, reigned in Edom. The name of his city was Dinhabah. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/genesis/36.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And Bela son of Beor reigns in Edom, and the name of his city [is] Dinhabah;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/genesis/36.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And Bela son of Beor reigneth in Edom, and the name of his city is Dinhabah;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/genesis/36.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And Bela will reign in Edom, the son of Beor; and the name of his city Dinhabah.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/genesis/36.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Bela the son of Beer, and the name of his city Denaba. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/genesis/36.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Bela the son of Beor, and the name of his city was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/genesis/36.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Bela, son of Beor, became king in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/genesis/36.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Bela son of Beor reigned in Edom, the name of his city being Dinhabah.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/genesis/36.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Bela, the son of Beor, reigned in Edom; and the name of his city was Dihab.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/genesis/36.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Bela reigned in Adum, son of Beor, and the name of the city, Dayhab.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/genesis/36.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom; and the name of his city was Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/genesis/36.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And Balac, son of Beor, reigned in Edom; and the name of his city <i>was</i> Dennaba.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/genesis/36-32.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7ehevn8iSgc?start=9228" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/genesis/36.htm">The Kings of Edom</a></span><br><span class="reftext">31</span>These are the kings who reigned in the land of Edom before any king reigned over the Israelites: <span class="reftext">32</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1106.htm" title="1106: be·la‘ (N-proper-ms) -- The same as bela'; Bela, the name of a place, also of an Edomite and of two Israelites.">Bela</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ben- (N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">son</a> <a href="/hebrew/1160.htm" title="1160: bə·‘ō·wr (N-proper-ms) -- From ba'ar; a lamp; Beor, the name of the father of an Edomitish king; also of that of Balaam.">of Beor</a> <a href="/hebrew/4427.htm" title="4427: way·yim·lōḵ (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- A primitive root; to reign; inceptively, to ascend the throne; causatively, to induct into royalty; hence to take counsel.">reigned</a> <a href="/hebrew/123.htm" title="123: be·’ĕ·ḏō·wm (Prep-b:: N-proper-ms) -- The name of a condiment. Or oedowm; from 'adom; red; Edom, the elder twin-brother of Jacob; hence the region occupied by him.">in Edom;</a> <a href="/hebrew/8034.htm" title="8034: wə·šêm (Conj-w:: N-msc) -- A primitive word; an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character.">the name</a> <a href="/hebrew/5892.htm" title="5892: ‘î·rōw (N-fsc:: 3ms) -- Excitement. Or par; or ayar; from uwr a city in the widest sense.">of his city</a> <a href="/hebrew/1838.htm" title="1838: din·hā·ḇāh (N-proper-fs) -- A city in Edom. Of uncertain derivation; Dinhabah, an Edomitish town.">was Dinhabah.</a> </span><span class="reftext">33</span>When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah reigned in his place.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-43.htm">1 Chronicles 1:43</a></span><br />These are the kings who reigned in the land of Edom before any king reigned over the Israelites: Bela son of Beor. His city was named Dinhabah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/8-5.htm">1 Samuel 8:5</a></span><br />“Look,” they said, “you are old, and your sons do not walk in your ways. Now appoint a king to judge us like all the other nations.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/9-16.htm">1 Samuel 9:16-17</a></span><br />“At this time tomorrow I will send you a man from the land of Benjamin, and you are to anoint him ruler over My people Israel; he will save them from the hand of the Philistines. For I have looked upon My people, because their cry has come to Me.” / When Samuel saw Saul, the LORD told him, “Here is the man of whom I spoke; he shall rule over My people.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/10-1.htm">1 Samuel 10:1</a></span><br />Then Samuel took a flask of oil, poured it on Saul’s head, kissed him, and said, “Has not the LORD anointed you ruler over His inheritance?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/15-1.htm">1 Samuel 15:1</a></span><br />Then Samuel said to Saul, “The LORD sent me to anoint you king over His people Israel. Now therefore, listen to the words of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/16-1.htm">1 Samuel 16:1</a></span><br />Now the LORD said to Samuel, “How long are you going to mourn for Saul, since I have rejected him as king over Israel? Fill your horn with oil and go. I am sending you to Jesse of Bethlehem, for I have selected from his sons a king for Myself.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/16-12.htm">1 Samuel 16:12-13</a></span><br />So Jesse sent for his youngest son and brought him in. He was ruddy, with beautiful eyes and a handsome appearance. And the LORD said, “Rise and anoint him, for he is the one.” / So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and the Spirit of the LORD rushed upon David from that day forward. Then Samuel set out and went to Ramah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/11-43.htm">1 Kings 11:43</a></span><br />And Solomon rested with his fathers and was buried in the city of his father David. And his son Rehoboam reigned in his place.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/14-20.htm">1 Kings 14:20</a></span><br />And the length of Jeroboam’s reign was twenty-two years, and he rested with his fathers, and his son Nadab reigned in his place.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/16-28.htm">1 Kings 16:28</a></span><br />And Omri rested with his fathers and was buried in Samaria, and his son Ahab reigned in his place.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/8-16.htm">2 Kings 8:16</a></span><br />In the fifth year of the reign of Joram son of Ahab over Israel, Jehoram son of Jehoshaphat succeeded his father as king of Judah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/14-29.htm">2 Kings 14:29</a></span><br />And Jeroboam rested with his fathers, the kings of Israel. And his son Zechariah reigned in his place.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/15-7.htm">2 Kings 15:7</a></span><br />And Azariah rested with his fathers and was buried near them in the City of David. And his son Jotham reigned in his place.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/16-20.htm">2 Kings 16:20</a></span><br />And Ahaz rested with his fathers and was buried with them in the City of David, and his son Hezekiah reigned in his place.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/1-6.htm">Matthew 1:6</a></span><br />and Jesse the father of David the king. Next: David was the father of Solomon by Uriah’s wife,</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom: and the name of his city was Dinhabah.</p><p class="hdg">Dinhabah.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/1-43.htm">1 Chronicles 1:43</a></b></br> Now these <i>are</i> the kings that reigned in the land of Edom before <i>any</i> king reigned over the children of Israel; Bela the son of Beor: and the name of his city <i>was</i> Dinhabah.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/genesis/14-8.htm">Bela</a> <a href="/2_peter/2-15.htm">Beor</a> <a href="/2_peter/2-15.htm">Be'or</a> <a href="/genesis/36-30.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/genesis/35-27.htm">City</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-43.htm">Dinhabah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-43.htm">Din'habah</a> <a href="/genesis/36-31.htm">Edom</a> <a href="/genesis/36-31.htm">Reigned</a> <a href="/revelation/19-6.htm">Reigneth</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/genesis/36-33.htm">Bela</a> <a href="/numbers/22-5.htm">Beor</a> <a href="/numbers/24-3.htm">Be'or</a> <a href="/genesis/36-35.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/genesis/36-35.htm">City</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-43.htm">Dinhabah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-43.htm">Din'habah</a> <a href="/genesis/36-43.htm">Edom</a> <a href="/genesis/36-33.htm">Reigned</a> <a href="/exodus/15-18.htm">Reigneth</a><div class="vheading2">Genesis 36</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/36-1.htm">Esau's three wives.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/36-6.htm">His removal to mount Seir.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/36-9.htm">His sons.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/36-15.htm">The dukes which descended of his sons.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">20. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/36-20.htm">The sons and dukes of Seir the Horite.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">24. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/36-24.htm">Anah finds mules.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">31. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/36-31.htm">The kings of Edom.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">40. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/36-40.htm">The dukes that descended of Esau.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/genesis/36.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/genesis/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/genesis/36.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Bela son of Beor</b><br>Bela is noted as the first king of Edom, a region south of the Dead Sea. The mention of his father, Beor, provides a genealogical link, emphasizing the importance of lineage in ancient cultures. This reference to Beor is distinct from Balaam son of Beor, found in <a href="/numbers/22.htm">Numbers 22</a>, though the name similarity is notable. The name Bela means "destruction" or "devouring," which may reflect his reign or character. The Edomites, descendants of Esau, often had contentious relations with Israel, highlighting the ongoing struggle between the descendants of Jacob and Esau.<p><b>reigned in Edom</b><br>Edom, located in the region of modern-day Jordan, was a significant kingdom during the time of the patriarchs. The Edomites were known for their wisdom and strategic location along trade routes. The reign of kings in Edom before Israel had kings (as noted in <a href="/genesis/36-31.htm">Genesis 36:31</a>) suggests a structured society. This pre-Israelite monarchy indicates the development of political systems in the ancient Near East. The Edomites' relationship with Israel is complex, often marked by conflict, as seen in passages like Obadiah and <a href="/malachi/1-2.htm">Malachi 1:2-4</a>.<p><b>the name of his city was Dinhabah</b><br>Dinhabah, though not extensively detailed in biblical or archaeological records, is identified as Bela's capital. The naming of cities after rulers or significant figures was common in ancient times, reflecting the ruler's influence or legacy. The location of Dinhabah is uncertain, but it is part of the broader Edomite territory. The mention of specific cities in genealogies and king lists underscores the historical and geographical context of the narrative, providing a glimpse into the urban centers of the time.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/b/bela.htm">Bela</a></b><br>The first king of Edom, mentioned in this verse. His reign marks the beginning of the Edomite monarchy.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/b/beor.htm">Beor</a></b><br>The father of Bela. Not much is known about him, but he is mentioned as Bela's father, indicating a lineage.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/e/edom.htm">Edom</a></b><br>A region and a people descended from Esau, Jacob's brother. Edom is often in conflict with Israel throughout the Bible.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/d/dinhabah.htm">Dinhabah</a></b><br>The city where Bela reigned. Its exact location is unknown, but it was significant enough to be mentioned as the seat of Bela's rule.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_lineage_and_legacy.htm">Understanding Lineage and Legacy</a></b><br>The mention of Bela and his father Beor highlights the importance of lineage in biblical accounts. Reflect on how our spiritual and familial legacies impact our lives and those around us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_leadership.htm">The Role of Leadership</a></b><br>Bela's reign in Edom signifies the establishment of leadership and governance. Consider how leadership roles, whether in family, church, or community, require wisdom and responsibility.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/historical_context_and_its_influence.htm">Historical Context and Its Influence</a></b><br>Recognizing the historical context of Edom and its kings helps us understand the broader biblical account. Reflect on how historical and cultural contexts influence our understanding of Scripture today.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/conflict_and_reconciliation.htm">Conflict and Reconciliation</a></b><br>The history of Edom and Israel is marked by conflict. Consider how unresolved conflicts can affect relationships and seek ways to pursue reconciliation in your own life.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_genesis_36.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Genesis 36</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_is_the_author_of_1_samuel.htm">What does 'Nothing Will Be Impossible with God' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_edomite_kings_fit_biblical_timelines.htm">Genesis 36:31-39 describes Edomite kings before Israel's monarchy--how does this align with later biblical timelines?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_esau's_wives_differ_in_genesis.htm">In Genesis 36:2-3, Esau's wives differ from those mentioned in Genesis 26:34 and 28:9--why the discrepancy?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_are_abraham's_descendants.htm">Who are considered the descendants of Abraham?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/genesis/36.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 32.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">And Bela the son of Beor</span> (cf. <a href="/genesis/14-2.htm">Genesis 14:2</a>, where Bela is the name for Zoar; and <a href="/numbers/22-5.htm">Numbers 22:5</a>, where Balaam's father is called Beer, whence the LXX. has here <span class="greek">Βαλὸκ</span>) <span class="cmt_word">reigned in Edom</span> (as the first sore-reign): <span class="cmt_word">and the name of his city was Dinha-bah</span> - "Concealment," or "Little Place" (Furst); a place of plunder (Gesenius), the situation of which has not been identified. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/genesis/36-32.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Bela</span><br /><span class="heb">בֶּ֖לַע</span> <span class="translit">(be·la‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1106.htm">Strong's 1106: </a> </span><span class="str2">Bela -- an Edomite, also two Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">son</span><br /><span class="heb">בֶּן־</span> <span class="translit">(ben-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Beor</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּע֑וֹר</span> <span class="translit">(bə·‘ō·wr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1160.htm">Strong's 1160: </a> </span><span class="str2">Beor -- 'a burning', father of an Edomite king, also the father of Balaam</span><br /><br /><span class="word">ruled</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיִּמְלֹ֣ךְ</span> <span class="translit">(way·yim·lōḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4427.htm">Strong's 4427: </a> </span><span class="str2">To reign, inceptively, to ascend the throne, to induct into royalty, to take counsel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in Edom;</span><br /><span class="heb">בֶּאֱד֔וֹם</span> <span class="translit">(be·’ĕ·ḏō·wm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_123.htm">Strong's 123: </a> </span><span class="str2">The name of a condiment</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the name</span><br /><span class="heb">וְשֵׁ֥ם</span> <span class="translit">(wə·šêm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8034.htm">Strong's 8034: </a> </span><span class="str2">A name</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of his city</span><br /><span class="heb">עִיר֖וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(‘î·rōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5892.htm">Strong's 5892: </a> </span><span class="str2">Excitement</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was Dinhabah.</span><br /><span class="heb">דִּנְהָֽבָה׃</span> <span class="translit">(din·hā·ḇāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1838.htm">Strong's 1838: </a> </span><span class="str2">Dinhabah -- a city in Edom</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/genesis/36-32.htm">Genesis 36:32 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/genesis/36-32.htm">Genesis 36:32 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/genesis/36-32.htm">Genesis 36:32 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/genesis/36-32.htm">Genesis 36:32 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/genesis/36-32.htm">Genesis 36:32 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/genesis/36-32.htm">Genesis 36:32 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/genesis/36-32.htm">Genesis 36:32 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/genesis/36-32.htm">Genesis 36:32 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/genesis/36-32.htm">Genesis 36:32 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/genesis/36-32.htm">Genesis 36:32 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/genesis/36-32.htm">OT Law: Genesis 36:32 Bela the son of Beor reigned (Gen. 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