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Bilhan, and Zaavan, and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/genesis/36.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />These <i>were</i> the sons of Ezer: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/genesis/36.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />These are the sons of Ezer: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/genesis/36.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />These are the sons of Ezer: Bilhan and Zaavan and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/genesis/36.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />These are the sons of Ezer: Bilhan and Zaavan and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/genesis/36.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />These are the sons of Ezer: Bilhan and Zaavan and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/genesis/36.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Ezer’s sons are these: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/genesis/36.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />These are Ezer’s sons: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/genesis/36.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />These are Ezer&#8217s sons: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/genesis/36.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />These are the children of Ezer: Bilhan and Zaavan and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/genesis/36.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Ezer's sons were Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/genesis/36.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />These are the children of Ezer; Bilhan and Zaavan and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/genesis/36.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />These were the sons of Ezer: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/genesis/36.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Ezer was the ancestor of the clans of Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/genesis/36.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Ezer's children were Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/genesis/36.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />These are the sons of Ezer: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/genesis/36.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />These were the sons of Ezer: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/genesis/36.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />These are the sons of Ezer: Bilhan, and Zaavan, and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/genesis/36.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The children of Ezer are these; Bilhan, and Zaavan, and Achan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/genesis/36.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />These are the children of Ezer: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/genesis/36.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />These [are] sons of Ezer: Bilhan, and Zaavan, and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/genesis/36.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> These are sons of Ezer: Bilhan, and Zaavan, and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/genesis/36.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />These the sons of Ezer: Bilhan and Zaavan and Akan.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/genesis/36.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />These also were the sons of Eser: Balaan, and Zavan, and Acan. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/genesis/36.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Likewise, these are the sons of Ezer: Bilhan, and Zaavan, and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/genesis/36.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />These are the sons of Ezer: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/genesis/36.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />These are the sons of Ezer: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/genesis/36.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />These are the sons of Ezer: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/genesis/36.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And these are sons of Atsar: Kalhan and Zawan and Aqan.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/genesis/36.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />These are the children of Ezer: Bilhan and Zaavan and Akan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/genesis/36.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And these <i>are</i> the sons of Asar; Balaam, and Zucam, and Jucam.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/genesis/36-27.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=9197" 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 Chiefs of Edom</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">26</span>These are the sons of Dishon: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran. <span class="reftext">27</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/428.htm" title="428: ’êl·leh (Pro-cp) -- These. Prolonged from 'el; these or those.">These</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: bə·nê- (N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">are the sons</a> <a href="/hebrew/687.htm" title="687: ’ê·ṣer (N-proper-ms) -- Treasure, a chief of the Horites. From 'atsar; treasure; Etser, an Idumaean.">of Ezer:</a> <a href="/hebrew/1092.htm" title="1092: bil·hān (N-proper-ms) -- The name of an Edomite, also of an Isr. From balahh; timid; Bilhan, the name of an Edomite and of an Israelite.">Bilhan,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2190.htm" title="2190: wə·za·‘ă·wān (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- A desc. of Seir. From zuwa'; disquiet; Zaavan, an Idumaean.">Zaavan,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6130.htm" title="6130: wa·‘ă·qān (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- A desc. of Esau. From an unused root meaning to twist; tortuous; Akan, an Idummaean.">and Akan.</a> </span><span class="reftext">28</span>These are the sons of Dishan: Uz and Aran.…<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/1-42.htm">1 Chronicles 1:42</a></span><br />The sons of Ezer: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan. The sons of Dishan: Uz and Aran.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/25-13.htm">Genesis 25:13-16</a></span><br />These are the names of the sons of Ishmael in the order of their birth: Nebaioth the firstborn of Ishmael, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam, / Mishma, Dumah, Massa, / Hadad, Tema, Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/25-1.htm">Genesis 25:1-4</a></span><br />Now Abraham had taken another wife, named Keturah, / and she bore him Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah. / Jokshan was the father of Sheba and Dedan. And the sons of Dedan were the Asshurites, the Letushites, and the Leummites. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/10-6.htm">Genesis 10:6-7</a></span><br />The sons of Ham: Cush, Mizraim, Put, and Canaan. / The sons of Cush: Seba, Havilah, Sabtah, Raamah, and Sabteca. And the sons of Raamah: Sheba and Dedan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-31.htm">1 Chronicles 1:31-33</a></span><br />Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These were the sons of Ishmael. / The sons born to Keturah, Abraham’s concubine: Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah. The sons of Jokshan: Sheba and Dedan. / The sons of Midian: Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All of these were Keturah’s sons.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/28-9.htm">Genesis 28:9</a></span><br />Esau went to Ishmael and married Mahalath, the sister of Nebaioth and daughter of Abraham’s son Ishmael, in addition to the wives he already had.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/36-1.htm">Genesis 36:1-5</a></span><br />This is the account of Esau (that is, Edom). / 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, / and Basemath daughter of Ishmael and sister of Nebaioth. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/36-15.htm">Genesis 36:15-19</a></span><br />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. / These are the sons of Esau’s son Reuel: Chiefs Nahath, Zerah, Shammah, and Mizzah. They are the chiefs descended from Reuel in the land of Edom, and they are the grandsons of Esau’s wife Basemath. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/36-40.htm">Genesis 36:40-43</a></span><br />These are the names of Esau’s chiefs, according to their families and regions, by their names: Chiefs Timna, Alvah, Jetheth, / Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon, / Kenaz, Teman, Mibzar, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/15-15.htm">Exodus 15:15</a></span><br />Then the chiefs of Edom will be dismayed; trembling will seize the leaders of Moab; those who dwell in Canaan will melt away,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/2-4.htm">Deuteronomy 2:4-5</a></span><br />and command the people: ‘You will pass through the territory of your brothers, the descendants of Esau, who live in Seir. They will be afraid of you, so you must be very careful. / Do not provoke them, for I will not give you any of their land, not even a footprint, because I have given Mount Seir to Esau as his possession.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/2-12.htm">Deuteronomy 2:12</a></span><br />The Horites used to live in Seir, but the descendants of Esau drove them out. They destroyed the Horites from before them and settled in their place, just as Israel did in the land that the LORD gave them as their possession.)<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/2-22.htm">Deuteronomy 2:22</a></span><br />just as He had done for the descendants of Esau who lived in Seir, when He destroyed the Horites from before them. They drove them out and have lived in their place to this day.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/49-7.htm">Jeremiah 49:7-8</a></span><br />Concerning Edom, this is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Is there no longer wisdom in Teman? Has counsel perished from the prudent? Has their wisdom decayed? / Turn and run! Lie low, O dwellers of Dedan, for I will bring disaster on Esau at the time I punish him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/obadiah/1-6.htm">Obadiah 1:6-9</a></span><br />But how Esau will be pillaged, his hidden treasures sought out! / All the men allied with you will drive you to the border; the men at peace with you will deceive and overpower you. Those who eat your bread will set a trap for you without your awareness of it. / In that day, declares the LORD, will I not destroy the wise men of Edom and the men of understanding in the mountains of Esau? ...</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The children of Ezer are these; Bilhan, and Zaavan, and Akan.</p><p class="hdg">Ezer.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/36-21.htm">Genesis 36:21</a></b></br> And Dishon, and Ezer, and Dishan: these <i>are</i> the dukes of the Horites, the children of Seir in the land of Edom.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/1-38.htm">1 Chronicles 1:38</a></b></br> And the sons of Seir; Lotan, and Shobal, and Zibeon, and Anah, and Dishon, and Ezer, and Dishan.</p><p class="hdg">Akan.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/1-42.htm">1 Chronicles 1:42</a></b></br> The sons of Ezer; Bilhan, and Zavan, <i>and</i> Jakan. The sons of Dishan; Uz, and Aran.</p><p class="hdg">Jakan.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_chronicles/2-7.htm">Achan</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-42.htm">Akan</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/7-10.htm">Bilhan</a> <a href="/genesis/36-26.htm">Children</a> <a href="/genesis/36-21.htm">Ezer</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-42.htm">Zaavan</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-42.htm">Za'avan</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/joshua/7-1.htm">Achan</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-42.htm">Akan</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-42.htm">Bilhan</a> <a href="/genesis/36-28.htm">Children</a> <a href="/genesis/36-30.htm">Ezer</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-42.htm">Zaavan</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-42.htm">Za'avan</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>These are the sons of Ezer:</b><br>Ezer is listed as one of the chiefs of the Horites in the land of Seir, which is associated with the descendants of Esau. The Horites were a group of people who lived in the region before the Edomites, and Ezer's inclusion here indicates a blending or coexistence of these groups. This reflects the broader biblical theme of God's sovereignty over nations and peoples, as seen in <a href="/deuteronomy/32-8.htm">Deuteronomy 32:8</a>, where God is described as setting boundaries for the peoples.<p><b>Bilhan:</b><br>Bilhan is one of the sons of Ezer, and his name means "modest" or "timid." The mention of Bilhan and his brothers highlights the genealogical records that were important for establishing tribal and familial identities in ancient times. This genealogical detail underscores the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham that he would be the father of many nations (<a href="/genesis/17-4.htm">Genesis 17:4-6</a>).<p><b>Zaavan:</b><br>Zaavan, another son of Ezer, has a name that may mean "troubled" or "disquieted." The names of individuals often carried significant meaning and could reflect the circumstances of their birth or the aspirations of their parents. The inclusion of Zaavan in this genealogy serves to document the lineage of the Horites and their integration into the Edomite nation, which is significant for understanding the historical and cultural context of the region.<p><b>and Akan:</b><br>Akan, the third son of Ezer, has a name that might mean "sharp-sighted" or "twisted." The genealogical record of Ezer's sons, including Akan, provides insight into the complex relationships and intermarriages among the peoples of the ancient Near East. This complexity is mirrored in the broader biblical narrative, where God works through diverse and often imperfect human relationships to accomplish His purposes, as seen in the story of Joseph and his brothers in <a href="/genesis/50-20.htm">Genesis 50:20</a>.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/e/ezer.htm">Ezer</a></b><br>Ezer is one of the sons of Seir the Horite, a chief in the land of Edom. The Horites were the original inhabitants of the region before the descendants of Esau took over.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/b/bilhan.htm">Bilhan</a></b><br>Bilhan is listed as one of the sons of Ezer. His name means "modest" or "timid" in Hebrew, though little else is known about him.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/z/zaavan.htm">Zaavan</a></b><br>Another son of Ezer, Zaavan's name means "troubled" or "disquieted." His mention here is primarily genealogical.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/a/akan.htm">Akan</a></b><br>The third son of Ezer, Akan's name means "sharp-sighted" or "perceptive." Like his brothers, he is part of the genealogical record of the Horites.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/e/edom.htm">Edom</a></b><br>The region where these individuals lived, Edom is significant in biblical history as the land settled by Esau and his descendants.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_genealogy.htm">The Importance of Genealogy</a></b><br>Genealogies in the Bible serve to connect historical events and people, showing the fulfillment of God's promises through generations. They remind us of God's faithfulness and the continuity of His plan.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_our_spiritual_heritage.htm">Understanding Our Spiritual Heritage</a></b><br>Just as the Israelites valued their genealogical records, Christians are encouraged to understand their spiritual heritage, tracing the faith journey from biblical times to the present.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_history.htm">God's Sovereignty in History</a></b><br>The inclusion of the Horites and their descendants in the biblical account demonstrates God's sovereignty over all nations and peoples, orchestrating history according to His divine plan.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_lesser-known_figures.htm">The Role of Lesser-Known Figures</a></b><br>Figures like Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan, though not prominent, are part of God's account. This teaches us that every person has a role in God's kingdom, even if it seems small or insignificant.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/cultural_integration_and_god's_plan.htm">Cultural Integration and God's Plan</a></b><br>The integration of the Horites into the Edomite lineage shows how God can use cultural and ethnic diversity to fulfill His purposes, encouraging us to embrace diversity within the body of Christ.<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/what_did_jesus_mean_by_'i_never_knew_you'.htm">What is the Tablet Theory of Genesis?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_complementarianism.htm">What defines complementarianism in gender roles?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_the_historical_gap_on_horite_chiefs.htm">Genesis 36:20-30 lists Horite chiefs, yet extrabiblical sources offer scant support--what explains this historical gap?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_integrity_guide_business.htm">What role do women play according to the Bible?</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 27.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The children of Ezer are these; Bilhan</span>, - "Modest" (Gesenius), "Tender" (Furst) - <span class="cmt_word">and Zaavan</span>, - "Disturbed "(Gesenius) - <span class="cmt_word">and Akan</span> - Jakan (<a href="/1_chronicles/1-42.htm">1 Chronicles 1:42</a>); "Twisting" (Gesenius, Murphy). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/genesis/36-27.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">These</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵ֖לֶּה</span> <span class="translit">(’êl·leh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_428.htm">Strong's 428: </a> </span><span class="str2">These, those</span><br /><br /><span class="word">are the sons</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּנֵי־</span> <span class="translit">(bə·nê-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural 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 Ezer:</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵ֑צֶר</span> <span class="translit">(’ê·ṣer)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_687.htm">Strong's 687: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ezer -- 'treasure', a chief of the Horites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Bilhan,</span><br /><span class="heb">בִּלְהָ֥ן</span> <span class="translit">(bil·hān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1092.htm">Strong's 1092: </a> </span><span class="str2">Bilhan -- the name of an Edomite, also of an Israelite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Zaavan,</span><br /><span class="heb">וְזַעֲוָ֖ן</span> <span class="translit">(wə·za·‘ă·wān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2190.htm">Strong's 2190: </a> </span><span class="str2">Zaavan -- a descendant of Seir</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and Akan.</span><br /><span class="heb">וַעֲקָֽן׃</span> <span class="translit">(wa·‘ă·qān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6130.htm">Strong's 6130: </a> </span><span class="str2">Akan -- a descendant of Esau</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/genesis/36-27.htm">Genesis 36:27 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/genesis/36-27.htm">Genesis 36:27 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/genesis/36-27.htm">Genesis 36:27 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/genesis/36-27.htm">Genesis 36:27 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/genesis/36-27.htm">Genesis 36:27 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/genesis/36-27.htm">Genesis 36:27 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/genesis/36-27.htm">Genesis 36:27 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/genesis/36-27.htm">Genesis 36:27 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/genesis/36-27.htm">Genesis 36:27 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/genesis/36-27.htm">Genesis 36:27 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/genesis/36-27.htm">OT Law: Genesis 36:27 These are the children of Ezer: Bilhan (Gen. 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