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1 Chronicles 1:52 Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon,
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title="Click any translation name for full chapter"> (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/1_chronicles/1.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/1.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/1.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/1.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/1.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Duke Aholibamah, duke Elah, duke Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_chronicles/1.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Chief Aholibamah, Chief Elah, Chief Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_chronicles/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />chief Oholibamah, chief Elah, chief Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/1.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />chief Oholibamah, chief Elah, chief Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_chronicles/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />chief Oholibamah, chief Elah, chief Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_chronicles/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />chief Oholibamah, chief Elah, chief Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_chronicles/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_chronicles/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_chronicles/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_chronicles/1.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />chief Oholibamah, chief Elah, chief Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/1_chronicles/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_chronicles/1.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />duke Oholibamah, duke Elah, duke Pinon;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_chronicles/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_chronicles/1.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_chronicles/1.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_chronicles/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_chronicles/1.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_chronicles/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />chief Oholibamah, chief Elah, chief Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_chronicles/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Duke Aholibamah, duke Elah, duke Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_chronicles/1.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />chief Oholibamah, chief Elah, chief Pinon, <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_chronicles/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Chief Aholibamah, Chief Elah, Chief Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_chronicles/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> chief Aholibamah, chief Elah, chief Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_chronicles/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Chief Aholibamah, chief Elah, chief Pinon,<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_chronicles/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Duke Oolibama, duke Ela, duke Phinon, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_chronicles/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />commander Oholibamah, commander Elah, commander Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_chronicles/1.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_chronicles/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon,<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_chronicles/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Prince Aholibamah, prince Elah, prince Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/1_chronicles/1.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Prince Ahlibama, Prince Ilah, Prince Pinun.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/1_chronicles/1.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />the chief of Oholibamah, the chief of Elah, the chief of Pinon;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/1_chronicles/1.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />prince Elibamas, prince Elas, prince Phinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_chronicles/1-52.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/wtNNY-qpWWI?start=333" 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/1_chronicles/1.htm">The Rulers of Edom</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">51</span>Then Hadad died. Now the chiefs of Edom were Timna, Alvah, Jetheth, <span class="reftext">52</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/441.htm" title="441: ’al·lūp̄ (N-msc) -- Or talluph; from 'alph; familiar; a friend, also gentle; hence, a bullock; and so, a chieftain."></a> <a href="/hebrew/173.htm" title="173: ’ā·ho·lî·ḇā·māh (N-proper-ms) -- From 'ohel and bamah; tent of height; Oholibamah, a wife of Esau.">Oholibamah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/441.htm" title="441: ’al·lūp̄ (N-msc) -- Or talluph; from 'alph; familiar; a friend, also gentle; hence, a bullock; and so, a chieftain."></a> <a href="/hebrew/425.htm" title="425: ’ê·lāh (N-proper-ms) -- The same as 'elah; Elah, the name of an Edomite, of four Israelites, and also of a place in Palestine.">Elah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/441.htm" title="441: ’al·lūp̄ (N-msc) -- Or talluph; from 'alph; familiar; a friend, also gentle; hence, a bullock; and so, a chieftain."></a> <a href="/hebrew/6373.htm" title="6373: pî·nōn (N-proper-ms) -- An Edomite. Probably the same as Puwnon; Pinon, an Idumaean.">Pinon,</a> </span><span class="reftext">53</span>Kenaz, Teman, Mibzar,…<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="/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="/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/36-1.htm">Genesis 36:1-8</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/36-9.htm">Genesis 36:9-14</a></span><br />This is the account of Esau, the father of the Edomites, in the area of Mount Seir. / These are the names of Esau’s sons: Eliphaz son of Esau’s wife Adah, and Reuel son of Esau’s wife Basemath. / The sons of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam, and Kenaz. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/36-20.htm">Genesis 36:20-30</a></span><br />These are the sons of Seir the Horite, who were living in the land: Lotan, Shobal, Zibeon, Anah, / Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan. They are the chiefs of the Horites, the descendants of Seir in the land of Edom. / The sons of Lotan were Hori and Hemam. Timna was Lotan’s sister. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/36-31.htm">Genesis 36:31-39</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 reigned in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah. / When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah reigned in his place. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/36-40.htm">Genesis 36:40</a></span><br />These are the names of Esau’s chiefs, according to their families and regions, by their names: Chiefs Timna, Alvah, Jetheth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/36-41.htm">Genesis 36:41</a></span><br />Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/36-42.htm">Genesis 36:42</a></span><br />Kenaz, Teman, Mibzar,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/36-43.htm">Genesis 36:43</a></span><br />Magdiel, and Iram. These were the chiefs of Edom, according to their settlements in the land they possessed. Esau was the father of the Edomites.<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/25-23.htm">Genesis 25:23</a></span><br />and He declared to her: “Two nations are in your womb, and two peoples from within you will be separated; one people will be stronger than the other, and the older will serve the younger.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/27-29.htm">Genesis 27:29</a></span><br />May peoples serve you and nations bow down to you. May you be the master of your brothers, and may the sons of your mother bow down to you. May those who curse you be cursed, and those who bless you be blessed.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/27-40.htm">Genesis 27:40</a></span><br />You shall live by the sword and serve your brother. But when you rebel, you will tear his yoke from your neck.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/32-3.htm">Genesis 32:3</a></span><br />Jacob sent messengers ahead of him to his brother Esau in the land of Seir, the country of Edom.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Duke Aholibamah, duke Elah, duke Pinon,</p><p class="hdg">Duke Aholibamah.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/36-41.htm">Genesis 36:41</a></b></br> Duke Aholibamah, duke Elah, duke Pinon,</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/genesis/36-41.htm">Aholibamah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-51.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-51.htm">Duke</a> <a href="/2_kings/18-9.htm">Elah</a> <a href="/genesis/36-41.htm">Oholibamah</a> <a href="/genesis/36-41.htm">Oholiba'mah</a> <a href="/genesis/36-41.htm">Pinon</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/genesis/36-2.htm">Aholibamah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-53.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-53.htm">Duke</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/4-15.htm">Elah</a> <a href="/genesis/36-2.htm">Oholibamah</a> <a href="/genesis/36-2.htm">Oholiba'mah</a> <a href="/genesis/36-41.htm">Pinon</a><div class="vheading2">1 Chronicles 1</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-1.htm">Adam's line to Noah.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-5.htm">The sons of Japheth.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-8.htm">The sons of Ham.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-17.htm">The sons of Shem.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">24. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-24.htm">Shem's line to Abraham.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">29. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-29.htm">Ishmael's sons.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">32. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-32.htm">The sons of Keturah.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">34. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-34.htm">The posterity of Abraham by Esau.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">38. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-38.htm">The sons of Seir.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">43. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-43.htm">The kings of Edom.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">51. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-51.htm">The dukes of Edom.</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 /> <!-- /1078254/BH-728x90-ATF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-300x250-ATF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-728x90-BTF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-300x250-BTF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-728x90-BTF2 --> <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/1_chronicles/1.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_chronicles/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/1_chronicles/1.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Oholibamah</b><br>Oholibamah is one of the chiefs of Edom, a descendant of Esau, who is also known as Edom. The name Oholibamah means "tent of the high place," which may suggest a connection to religious or cultic practices. In the genealogies of Esau's descendants, Oholibamah is mentioned as both a wife of Esau and a chief, indicating her significant status within the Edomite hierarchy. This reflects the matriarchal influence in some ancient Near Eastern cultures, where women could hold positions of power. The mention of Oholibamah highlights the integration of Esau's lineage into the broader narrative of the Israelite history, emphasizing the complex relationships between the Israelites and their neighboring nations.<p><b>Elah</b><br>Elah is another chief of Edom, and his name means "oak" or "terebinth," which are trees often associated with strength and endurance in biblical literature. The oak tree is frequently used as a symbol of stability and longevity, which may reflect the enduring nature of Edom's leadership. Elah's inclusion in the list of chiefs underscores the structured governance of Edom, a nation that played a significant role in the history of Israel. The Edomites, descendants of Esau, were often in conflict with the Israelites, yet they shared a common ancestry, which is a recurring theme in the biblical narrative of reconciliation and conflict among kin.<p><b>Pinon</b><br>Pinon is listed as one of the chiefs of Edom, and his name is less frequently mentioned in other biblical texts, making it more challenging to derive specific historical or cultural insights. However, the inclusion of Pinon in the genealogy serves to complete the list of Edomite leaders, emphasizing the organized tribal structure of Edom. The mention of these chiefs in 1 Chronicles highlights the importance of genealogies in preserving the history and identity of nations. It also serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of the peoples in the ancient Near East, where familial ties often influenced political and social dynamics. The genealogies in Chronicles provide a backdrop for understanding the broader narrative of God's covenant with Israel and the unfolding of His redemptive plan through history.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/c/chesed.htm">Chesed</a></b><br>A descendant of Esau, Chesed is listed among the chiefs of Edom. The name Chesed is associated with the Hebrew word for "kindness" or "mercy," though the historical figure's life details are sparse.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/h/hadad.htm">Hadad</a></b><br>Another chief of Edom, Hadad is a name that appears multiple times in the Bible, often associated with Edomite royalty. The name is linked to a storm god in ancient Near Eastern cultures.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/tema.htm">Tema</a></b><br>A chief of Edom, Tema is also the name of a region or tribe in Arabia. The name is associated with a son of Ishmael, indicating a possible connection between the Edomites and Ishmaelites.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_lineage_and_legacy.htm">Understanding Lineage and Legacy</a></b><br>The genealogies in 1 Chronicles remind us of the importance of heritage and the impact of our ancestors on our identity and faith journey.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_sovereignty_of_god_in_history.htm">The Sovereignty of God in History</a></b><br>The listing of Edomite chiefs demonstrates God's sovereignty over all nations and peoples, reminding us that He is the ultimate authority in history.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/cultural_and_historical_context.htm">Cultural and Historical Context</a></b><br>Recognizing the cultural and historical context of biblical figures helps us appreciate the depth and richness of Scripture, encouraging us to study diligently.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_interconnectedness_of_scripture.htm">The Interconnectedness of Scripture</a></b><br>The connections between different parts of the Bible illustrate its unity and coherence, encouraging us to see the bigger picture of God's redemptive plan.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/reflecting_on_our_own_leadership.htm">Reflecting on Our Own Leadership</a></b><br>As we consider the roles of these chiefs, we are prompted to reflect on our own leadership and influence within our communities and families.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_chronicles_1.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 1</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_1_chron._10's_view_of_saul_skew_history.htm">Does 1 Chronicles 10's portrayal of Saul's downfall reflect a theological agenda that undermines its historical reliability when compared to earlier accounts?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_1_chron_27's_census_align.htm">How does 1 Chronicles 27's census reconcile with other conflicting census figures in the Bible (e.g., 2 Samuel 24)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/when_did_king_baasha_die.htm">In what year of King Asa's reign did Baasha, King of Israel die? Twenty-sixth year (I Kings 15:33 - 16:8) Still alive in the thirty-sixth year (2 Chronicles 16:1)</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_verify_david's_authorship_in_1_chron.htm">How do we verify the legitimacy of David's authorship of prayers like the one in 1 Chronicles 29:10-13 when external corroboration is lacking?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_chronicles/1-52.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">Oholibamah,</span><br /><span class="heb">אָהֳלִיבָמָ֛ה</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·ho·lî·ḇā·māh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_173.htm">Strong's 173: </a> </span><span class="str2">Oholibamah -- 'tent of the high place', wife of Esau, also an Edomite leader</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Elah,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵלָ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(’ê·lāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_425.htm">Strong's 425: </a> </span><span class="str2">Elah -- 'terebinth', an Israelite name, also an Edomite name</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Pinon,</span><br /><span class="heb">פִּינֹֽן׃</span> <span class="translit">(pî·nōn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6373.htm">Strong's 6373: </a> </span><span class="str2">Pinon -- an Edomite</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_chronicles/1-52.htm">1 Chronicles 1:52 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/1-52.htm">1 Chronicles 1:52 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/1-52.htm">1 Chronicles 1:52 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/1-52.htm">1 Chronicles 1:52 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/1-52.htm">1 Chronicles 1:52 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_chronicles/1-52.htm">1 Chronicles 1:52 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_chronicles/1-52.htm">1 Chronicles 1:52 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_chronicles/1-52.htm">1 Chronicles 1:52 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_chronicles/1-52.htm">1 Chronicles 1:52 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_chronicles/1-52.htm">1 Chronicles 1:52 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_chronicles/1-52.htm">OT History: 1 Chronicles 1:52 Chief Oholibamah chief Elah chief Pinon (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-51.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Chronicles 1:51"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 1:51" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-53.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Chronicles 1:53"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 1:53" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>