Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Bela son of Beor became king of Edom. His city was named Dinhabah. New Living Translation Bela son of Beor, who ruled in Edom from his city of Dinhabah. English Standard Version Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom, the name of his city being Dinhabah. Berean Standard Bible Bela son of Beor reigned in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah. King James Bible And Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom: and the name of his city was Dinhabah. New King James Version Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom, and the name of his city was Dinhabah. New American Standard Bible Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom, and the name of his city was Dinhabah. NASB 1995 Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom, and the name of his city was Dinhabah. NASB 1977 Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom, and the name of his city was Dinhabah. Legacy Standard Bible And Bela the son of Beor became king in Edom, and the name of his city was Dinhabah. Amplified Bible Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom, and the name of his city was Dinhabah. Christian Standard Bible Bela son of Beor reigned in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah. Holman Christian Standard Bible Bela son of Beor ruled in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah. American Standard Version And Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom; and the name of his city was Dinhabah. English Revised Version And Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom; and the name of his city was Dinhabah. GOD'S WORD® Translation Bela, son of Beor, ruled Edom. The name of his [capital] city was Dinhabah. International Standard Version Beor's son Bela ruled over Edom. His city's name was Dinhabah. Majority Standard Bible Bela son of Beor reigned in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah. NET Bible Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah. New Heart English Bible Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom. The name of his city was Dinhabah. Webster's Bible Translation And Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom: and the name of his city was Dinhabah. World English Bible Bela, the son of Beor, reigned in Edom. The name of his city was Dinhabah. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Bela son of Beor reigns in Edom, and the name of his city [is] Dinhabah; Young's Literal Translation And Bela son of Beor reigneth in Edom, and the name of his city is Dinhabah; Smith's Literal Translation And Bela will reign in Edom, the son of Beor; and the name of his city Dinhabah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBela the son of Beer, and the name of his city Denaba. Catholic Public Domain Version Bela the son of Beor, and the name of his city was Dinhabah. New American Bible Bela, son of Beor, became king in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah. New Revised Standard Version Bela son of Beor reigned in Edom, the name of his city being Dinhabah. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBela, the son of Beor, reigned in Edom; and the name of his city was Dihab. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Bela reigned in Adum, son of Beor, and the name of the city, Dayhab. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom; and the name of his city was Dinhabah. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Balac, son of Beor, reigned in Edom; and the name of his city was Dennaba. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Kings of Edom31These are the kings who reigned in the land of Edom before any king reigned over the Israelites: 32Bela son of Beor reigned in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah. 33When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah reigned in his place.… Cross References 1 Chronicles 1:43 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. 1 Samuel 8:5 “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.” 1 Samuel 9:16-17 “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.” 1 Samuel 10:1 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? 1 Samuel 15:1 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. 1 Samuel 16:1 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.” 1 Samuel 16:12-13 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. 1 Kings 11:43 And Solomon rested with his fathers and was buried in the city of his father David. And his son Rehoboam reigned in his place. 1 Kings 14:20 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. 1 Kings 16:28 And Omri rested with his fathers and was buried in Samaria, and his son Ahab reigned in his place. 2 Kings 8:16 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. 2 Kings 14:29 And Jeroboam rested with his fathers, the kings of Israel. And his son Zechariah reigned in his place. 2 Kings 15:7 And Azariah rested with his fathers and was buried near them in the City of David. And his son Jotham reigned in his place. 2 Kings 16:20 And Ahaz rested with his fathers and was buried with them in the City of David, and his son Hezekiah reigned in his place. Matthew 1:6 and Jesse the father of David the king. Next: David was the father of Solomon by Uriah’s wife, Treasury of Scripture And Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom: and the name of his city was Dinhabah. Dinhabah. 1 Chronicles 1:43 Now these are the kings that reigned in the land of Edom before any king reigned over the children of Israel; Bela the son of Beor: and the name of his city was Dinhabah. Jump to Previous Bela Beor Be'or Chief City Dinhabah Din'habah Edom Reigned ReignethJump to Next Bela Beor Be'or Chief City Dinhabah Din'habah Edom Reigned ReignethGenesis 36 1. Esau's three wives.6. His removal to mount Seir. 9. His sons. 15. The dukes which descended of his sons. 20. The sons and dukes of Seir the Horite. 24. Anah finds mules. 31. The kings of Edom. 40. The dukes that descended of Esau. Bela son of Beor 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 Numbers 22, 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. reigned in Edom the name of his city was Dinhabah Persons / Places / Events 1. BelaThe first king of Edom, mentioned in this verse. His reign marks the beginning of the Edomite monarchy. 2. Beor The father of Bela. Not much is known about him, but he is mentioned as Bela's father, indicating a lineage. 3. Edom A region and a people descended from Esau, Jacob's brother. Edom is often in conflict with Israel throughout the Bible. 4. Dinhabah 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. Teaching Points Understanding Lineage and LegacyThe 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. The Role of Leadership 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. Historical Context and Its Influence 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. Conflict and Reconciliation 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.Verse 32. - And Bela the son of Beor (cf. Genesis 14:2, where Bela is the name for Zoar; and Numbers 22:5, where Balaam's father is called Beer, whence the LXX. has here Βαλὸκ) reigned in Edom (as the first sore-reign): and the name of his city was Dinha-bah - "Concealment," or "Little Place" (Furst); a place of plunder (Gesenius), the situation of which has not been identified. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Belaבֶּ֖לַע (be·la‘) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1106: Bela -- an Edomite, also two Israelites son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Beor בְּע֑וֹר (bə·‘ō·wr) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1160: Beor -- 'a burning', father of an Edomite king, also the father of Balaam ruled וַיִּמְלֹ֣ךְ (way·yim·lōḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 4427: To reign, inceptively, to ascend the throne, to induct into royalty, to take counsel in Edom; בֶּאֱד֔וֹם (be·’ĕ·ḏō·wm) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 123: The name of a condiment the name וְשֵׁ֥ם (wə·šêm) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8034: A name of his city עִיר֖וֹ (‘î·rōw) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 5892: Excitement was Dinhabah. דִּנְהָֽבָה׃ (din·hā·ḇāh) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1838: Dinhabah -- a city in Edom Links Genesis 36:32 NIVGenesis 36:32 NLT Genesis 36:32 ESV Genesis 36:32 NASB Genesis 36:32 KJV Genesis 36:32 BibleApps.com Genesis 36:32 Biblia Paralela Genesis 36:32 Chinese Bible Genesis 36:32 French Bible Genesis 36:32 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 36:32 Bela the son of Beor reigned (Gen. 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