Genesis 36:14 Meaning and Explanation
“And these were the sons of Aholibamah, the daughter of Anah the daughter of Zibeon, Esau's wife: and she bare to Esau Jeush, and Jaalam, and Korah.”
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Read Full Chapter →Aholibamah's three sons are named, completing Esau's immediate offspring.
The Context of Genesis 36:14
Aholibamah's three sons, completing Esau's direct descendants.
What Does Genesis 36:14 Mean?
The full genealogical details of Aholibamah—including her father Anah and grandfather Zibeon—ground her sons in a specific Horite family line. This genealogical precision establishes Jeush, Jaalam, and Korah as legitimate members of Edomite nobility. The verse thus completes the enumeration of Esau's children through all three wives.
These three sons, like their half-brothers through Adah and Bashemath, would establish their own tribal territories and followings within Edom. Together, Esau's nine sons (five through Adah/Timna, four through Bashemath, three through Aholibamah) form the foundation of Edomite tribal structure.
Frequently Asked Questions About Genesis 36:14
What does Genesis 36:14 mean?
Aholibamah's three sons are named, completing Esau's immediate offspring.
What is the context of Genesis 36:14?
Aholibamah's three sons, completing Esau's direct descendants.