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Hemdan, and Eshban, and Ithran, and Cheran.<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 Dishon: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/genesis/36.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />And these are the sons of Dishon: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran.<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 Dishon: Hemdan and Eshban and Ithran and Cheran.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/genesis/36.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And these are the sons of Dishon: Hemdan and Eshban and Ithran and Cheran.<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 Dishon: Hemdan and Eshban and Ithran and Cheran.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/genesis/36.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />These are the sons of Dishon: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/genesis/36.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />These are Dishon’s sons: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/genesis/36.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />These are Dishon&#8217s sons: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/genesis/36.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And these are the children of Dishon: Hemdan and Eshban and Ithran and Cheran.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/genesis/36.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Dishon's sons were Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/genesis/36.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And these are the children of Dishon; Hemdan and Eshban and Ithran and Cheran.<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 Dishon: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/genesis/36.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Dishon's children were Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Keran.<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 Dishon: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran.<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 Dishon: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Keran. <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 Dishon: Hemdan, and Eshban, and Ithran, and Keran.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/genesis/36.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And these are the children of Dishon; Hemdan, and Eshban, and Ithran, and Cheran.<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 Dishon: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/genesis/36.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And these [are] sons of Dishon: Hemdan, and Eshban, and Ithran, and Cheran.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/genesis/36.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And these are sons of Dishon: Hemdan, and Eshban, and Ithran, and Cheran.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/genesis/36.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And these the sons of Dishon: Hemdan, and Eshban, and Ithran and Cheran.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/genesis/36.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And these were the sons of Dison: Hamdan, and Eseban, and Jethram, and Charan. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/genesis/36.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And these are the sons of Dishon: Hemdan, and Esheban, and Ithran, and Cheran.<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 Dishon: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran.<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 Dishon: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran.<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 Dishon: Hemran, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran.<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 Dishun: Khamran and Ashban and Yathran and Kran.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/genesis/36.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And these are the children of Dishon: Hemdan and Eshban and Ithran and Cheran.<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 Deson; Amada, and Asban, and Ithran, and Charrhan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/genesis/36-26.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=9191" 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">25</span>These are the children of Anah: Dishon and Oholibamah daughter of Anah. <span class="reftext">26</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/428.htm" title="428: wə·’êl·leh (Conj-w:: 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/1789.htm" title="1789: ḏî·šān (N-proper-ms) -- An Edomite. Another form of Diyshown Dishan, an Edomite.">of Dishon:</a> <a href="/hebrew/2533.htm" title="2533: ḥem·dān (N-proper-ms) -- An Edomite. From chemed; pleasant; Chemdan, an Idumaean.">Hemdan,</a> <a href="/hebrew/790.htm" title="790: wə·’eš·bān (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Son of an Edomite leader. Probably from the same as Shebna'; vigorous; Eshban, an Idumaean.">Eshban,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3506.htm" title="3506: wə·yiṯ·rān (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- An Edomite, also an Asherite. From yathar; excellent; Jithran, the name of an Edomite and of an Israelite.">Ithran,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3763.htm" title="3763: ū·ḵə·rān (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- An Edomite. Of uncertain derivation; Keran, an aboriginal Idumaean.">and Cheran.</a> </span><span class="reftext">27</span>These are the sons of Ezer: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan.…<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/1-35.htm">1 Chronicles 1:35-37</a></span><br />The sons of Esau: Eliphaz, Reuel, Jeush, Jalam, and Korah. / The sons of Eliphaz: Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam, and Kenaz; and by Timna, Amalek. / The sons of Reuel: Nahath, Zerah, Shammah, and Mizzah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-38.htm">1 Chronicles 1:38-42</a></span><br />The sons of Seir: Lotan, Shobal, Zibeon, Anah, Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan. / The sons of Lotan: Hori and Homam. Timna was Lotan’s sister. / The sons of Shobal: Alvan, Manahath, Ebal, Shepho, and Onam. The sons of Zibeon: Aiah and Anah. ...<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/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 36:1-8</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/36-15.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/36-20.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 36:40-43</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.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And these are the children of Dishon; Hemdan, and Eshban, and Ithran, and Cheran.</p><p class="hdg">Hemdan.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/1-41.htm">1 Chronicles 1:41</a></b></br> The sons of Anah; Dishon. And the sons of Dishon; Amram, and Eshban, and Ithran, and Cheran.</p><p class="hdg">Amram.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_chronicles/1-41.htm">Cheran</a> <a href="/genesis/36-25.htm">Children</a> <a href="/genesis/36-25.htm">Dishon</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-41.htm">Eshban</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-41.htm">Hemdan</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/7-37.htm">Ithran</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-41.htm">Keran</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_chronicles/1-41.htm">Cheran</a> <a href="/genesis/36-27.htm">Children</a> <a href="/genesis/36-30.htm">Dishon</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-41.htm">Eshban</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-41.htm">Hemdan</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-41.htm">Ithran</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-41.htm">Keran</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 Dishon:</b><br>Dishon is a descendant of Seir the Horite, a group of people who lived in the region of Edom before the Edomites. The Horites are mentioned in Genesis as inhabitants of the land before Esau's descendants took over. This phrase introduces the lineage of Dishon, emphasizing the importance of genealogies in the biblical narrative, which often serve to establish historical and familial connections.<p><b>Hemdan:</b><br>Hemdan is one of the sons of Dishon. The name Hemdan may be related to the Hebrew word for "pleasant" or "desirable." The mention of Hemdan and his brothers highlights the continuation of the Horite lineage, which is significant in understanding the broader narrative of the Edomites and their interactions with the Israelites.<p><b>Eshban:</b><br>Eshban, another son of Dishon, is part of the genealogical record that traces the descendants of Seir. The inclusion of Eshban in this list underscores the detailed nature of biblical genealogies, which serve to document the fulfillment of God's promises to various patriarchs and their descendants.<p><b>Ithran:</b><br>Ithran is listed among Dishon's sons, contributing to the record of the Horite clans. The genealogies in Genesis often serve to provide historical context and continuity, linking various peoples and tribes to the overarching story of God's covenant with Abraham and his descendants.<p><b>and Cheran:</b><br>Cheran completes the list of Dishon's sons. The genealogical records in Genesis, including the mention of Cheran, are crucial for understanding the complex relationships between different tribes and nations in the biblical narrative. These records also highlight the fulfillment of God's promises and the unfolding of His plan through various lineages.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/dishon.htm">Dishon</a></b><br>A descendant of Seir the Horite, Dishon is one of the chiefs of the Horites, a people who lived in the land of Edom before the Edomites. His lineage is significant in the genealogical records of Esau's descendants.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/h/hemdan.htm">Hemdan</a></b><br>One of the sons of Dishon, Hemdan is part of the genealogical record that traces the lineage of the Horites, showing the spread and influence of this group within the region.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/e/eshban.htm">Eshban</a></b><br>Another son of Dishon, Eshban's inclusion in the genealogy highlights the importance of family lines and heritage in the biblical account.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/i/ithran.htm">Ithran</a></b><br>Also a son of Dishon, Ithran's mention continues the theme of detailed genealogical records that are prevalent in the Old Testament.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/c/cheran.htm">Cheran</a></b><br>The last of Dishon's sons listed in this verse, Cheran's name contributes to the understanding of the familial and tribal structures of the time.<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 and the continuity of His plan through generations.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_heritage.htm">Understanding Heritage</a></b><br>Recognizing the significance of one's heritage can provide insight into identity and purpose, as seen in the detailed records of the Horites and Edomites.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_history.htm">God's Sovereignty in History</a></b><br>The genealogies remind us of God's sovereign hand in history, orchestrating events and lineages to fulfill His divine purposes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_minor_characters.htm">The Role of Minor Characters</a></b><br>Even seemingly minor characters in the Bible, like the sons of Dishon, play a role in the larger account of God's plan, reminding us that every person has a place in God's account.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/cultural_and_historical_context.htm">Cultural and Historical Context</a></b><br>Understanding the cultural and historical context of biblical genealogies can enhance our comprehension of the text and its implications for God's people.<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_happens_if_you_abandon_faith.htm">What does it profit to gain the world?</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/is_genesis_20_a_repeated_deception_pattern.htm">Does the account in Genesis 20 conflict with similar narratives in Genesis 12:10-20 and Genesis 26:1-11, implying a repeated pattern of deception?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_did_esau's_family_grow_so_fast.htm">How could Esau's family, in Genesis 36:6-8, have grown so rapidly despite known demographic constraints?</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 26.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">And these are the children of Dishon</span>; - the son of Seir (ver 21) - <span class="cmt_word">Hemdan</span>, - or Amrara (1 Citron. 1:41); "Pleasant" (Gesenius) - <span class="cmt_word">and Eshban</span>, - or Heshbon; "Reason," "Understanding" (Gesenius); "Intelligent," "Hero" (Furst) - <span class="cmt_word">and Ithran</span>, - the same as Jethro and Jithron; "the Superior or Excellent One" (Gesenius, Furst, Murphy, Lange) - <span class="cmt_word">and Cheran</span> - "Harp" (Gesenius), "Companion" (Furst). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/genesis/36-26.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">וְאֵ֖לֶּה</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’êl·leh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | 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">בְּנֵ֣י</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 Dishon:</span><br /><span class="heb">דִישָׁ֑ן</span> <span class="translit">(ḏî·šān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1789.htm">Strong's 1789: </a> </span><span class="str2">Dishan -- an Edomite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Hemdan,</span><br /><span class="heb">חֶמְדָּ֥ן</span> <span class="translit">(ḥem·dān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2533.htm">Strong's 2533: </a> </span><span class="str2">Hemdan -- an Edomite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Eshban,</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאֶשְׁבָּ֖ן</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’eš·bān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_790.htm">Strong's 790: </a> </span><span class="str2">Eshban -- son of an Edomite leader</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Ithran,</span><br /><span class="heb">וְיִתְרָ֥ן</span> <span class="translit">(wə·yiṯ·rān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3506.htm">Strong's 3506: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ithran -- an Edomite, also an Asherite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and Cheran.</span><br /><span class="heb">וּכְרָֽן׃</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ḵə·rān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3763.htm">Strong's 3763: </a> </span><span class="str2">Cheran -- an Edomite</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/genesis/36-26.htm">Genesis 36:26 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/genesis/36-26.htm">Genesis 36:26 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/genesis/36-26.htm">Genesis 36:26 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/genesis/36-26.htm">Genesis 36:26 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/genesis/36-26.htm">Genesis 36:26 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/genesis/36-26.htm">Genesis 36:26 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/genesis/36-26.htm">Genesis 36:26 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/genesis/36-26.htm">Genesis 36:26 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/genesis/36-26.htm">Genesis 36:26 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/genesis/36-26.htm">Genesis 36:26 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/genesis/36-26.htm">OT Law: Genesis 36:26 These are the children of Dishon: Hemdan (Gen. 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