Genesis 36:37
New International Version
When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the river succeeded him as king.

New Living Translation
When Samlah died, Shaul from the city of Rehoboth-on-the-River became king in his place.

English Standard Version
Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth on the Euphrates reigned in his place.

Berean Standard Bible
When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates reigned in his place.

King James Bible
And Samlah died, and Saul of Rehoboth by the river reigned in his stead.

New King James Version
And when Samlah died, Saul of Rehoboth-by-the-River reigned in his place.

New American Standard Bible
Then Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth on the Euphrates River became king in his place.

NASB 1995
Then Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth on the Euphrates River became king in his place.

NASB 1977
Then Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth on the Euphrates River became king in his place.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth on the River became king in his place.

Amplified Bible
Then Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth on the river [Euphrates] reigned as his successor.

Christian Standard Bible
When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates River reigned in his place.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates River became king in his place.

American Standard Version
And Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth by the River reigned in his stead.

English Revised Version
And Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth by the River reigned in his stead.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
After Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the river succeeded him as king.

International Standard Version
After Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth by the river ruled in his place.

Majority Standard Bible
When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates reigned in his place.

NET Bible
When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth by the River reigned in his place.

New Heart English Bible
And Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth-on-the-River reigned in his place.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Samlah died, and Saul of Rehoboth by the river reigned in his stead.

World English Bible
Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth by the river, reigned in his place.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Samlah dies, and Saul from Rehoboth of the River reigns in his stead;

Young's Literal Translation
and Samlah dieth, and reign in his stead doth Saul from Rehoboth of the River;

Smith's Literal Translation
And Samlah will die, and Saul will reign in his stead, from Rehoboth of the river.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And he being dead, Saul of the river Rohoboth, reigned in his stead.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Likewise, this one being dead, Shaul of the river Rehoboth, reigned in his place.

New American Bible
When Samlah died, Shaul, from Rehoboth-on-the-River, succeeded him as king.

New Revised Standard Version
Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth on the Euphrates succeeded him as king.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Samlah died, and Saul of Rehoboth by the river reigned in his stead.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Samla died and Shawal reigned after him from Rekhbuth the river.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth by the River reigned in his stead.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Samada died; and Saul of Rhooboth by the river reigned in his stead.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Kings of Edom
36When Hadad died, Samlah from Masrekah reigned in his place. 37When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates reigned in his place. 38When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place.…

Cross References
1 Chronicles 1:43-50
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. / When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah reigned in his place. / When Jobab died, Husham from the land of the Temanites reigned in his place. ...

Genesis 25:13-16
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. ...

Genesis 25:23
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.”

Genesis 27:39-40
His father Isaac answered him: “Behold, your dwelling place shall be away from the richness of the land, away from the dew of heaven above. / You shall live by the sword and serve your brother. But when you rebel, you will tear his yoke from your neck.”

Genesis 28:9
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.

Genesis 32:3
Jacob sent messengers ahead of him to his brother Esau in the land of Seir, the country of Edom.

Genesis 36:1-8
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. ...

Exodus 15:15
Then the chiefs of Edom will be dismayed; trembling will seize the leaders of Moab; those who dwell in Canaan will melt away,

Numbers 20:14-21
From Kadesh, Moses sent messengers to tell the king of Edom, “This is what your brother Israel says: You know all the hardship that has befallen us, / how our fathers went down to Egypt, where we lived many years. The Egyptians mistreated us and our fathers, / and when we cried out to the LORD, He heard our voice, sent an angel, and brought us out of Egypt. Now look, we are in Kadesh, a city on the edge of your territory. ...

Deuteronomy 2:4-5
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.

Deuteronomy 23:7-8
Do not despise an Edomite, for he is your brother. Do not despise an Egyptian, because you lived as a foreigner in his land. / The third generation of children born to them may enter the assembly of the LORD.

1 Samuel 14:47
After Saul had assumed the kingship over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side—the Moabites, the Ammonites, the Edomites, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he routed them.

2 Samuel 8:14
He placed garrisons throughout Edom, and all the Edomites were subject to David. So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went.

1 Kings 11:14-17
Then the LORD raised up against Solomon an adversary, Hadad the Edomite, from the royal line of Edom. / Earlier, when David was in Edom, Joab the commander of the army had gone to bury the dead and had struck down every male in Edom. / Joab and all Israel had stayed there six months, until he had killed every male in Edom. ...

2 Kings 8:20-22
In the days of Jehoram, Edom rebelled against the hand of Judah and appointed their own king. / So Jehoram crossed over to Zair with all his chariots. When the Edomites surrounded him and his chariot commanders, he rose up and attacked by night. His troops, however, fled to their homes. / So to this day Edom has been in rebellion against the hand of Judah. Likewise, Libnah rebelled at the same time.


Treasury of Scripture

And Samlah died, and Saul of Rehoboth by the river reigned in his stead.

A.

Genesis 10:11
Out of that land went forth Asshur, and builded Nineveh, and the city Rehoboth, and Calah,

1 Chronicles 1:48
And when Samlah was dead, Shaul of Rehoboth by the river reigned in his stead.

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Genesis 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.














When Samlah died
The phrase marks a transition in leadership, a common theme in the genealogical and historical records of the Bible. The name "Samlah" is of uncertain etymology, but it may be related to a Hebrew root meaning "to cover" or "to clothe," suggesting a role of protection or provision. The death of a leader often signifies a period of change and uncertainty, yet it also opens the door for new leadership and direction. In the biblical narrative, such transitions remind us of the temporal nature of human authority and the enduring sovereignty of God.

Shaul
The name "Shaul" is derived from the Hebrew root "sha'al," meaning "to ask" or "to inquire." This name is significant in the biblical context, as it suggests a leader who is sought after or chosen, possibly indicating divine selection or approval. The name is also shared by the first king of Israel, Saul, highlighting a recurring theme of leadership and the responsibilities that come with it. In a spiritual sense, it encourages believers to seek God's guidance in leadership and decision-making.

from Rehoboth on the Euphrates
"Rehoboth" means "broad places" or "wide spaces" in Hebrew, indicating a place of expansion and growth. The mention of "the Euphrates" situates this location geographically and historically. The Euphrates River was one of the great rivers of the ancient Near East, often associated with fertility, trade, and civilization. This reference not only provides a geographical marker but also connects the narrative to the broader historical and cultural context of the region. It underscores the interconnectedness of the biblical narrative with the ancient world and God's sovereignty over all nations and peoples.

reigned in his place
This phrase signifies the continuation of leadership and governance. The Hebrew word for "reigned" is "malak," which implies ruling with authority and responsibility. The transition of power is a common biblical theme, reflecting the orderly succession that God ordains in human affairs. It serves as a reminder of the divine order and the importance of righteous leadership. In a spiritual context, it encourages believers to trust in God's providence and the leaders He appoints, while also recognizing the ultimate kingship of Christ over all creation.

(37) Rehoboth by the river.--Heb., Rehoboth hannahar, Rehoboth-of-the-river, so called, perhaps, to distinguish it from Rehoboth-ir (Genesis 10:11). If the river is the Euphrates, this city was not on Edomite ground, and Saul probably reigned in Idumea by right of conquest.

Verse 37. - And Samlah died, and Saul "Asked" (Gesenius) - of Rehoboth by the river - Rehoboth .(literally, wide spaces) of the River is so called to distinguish it from the Asshurite settlement of the same name in Genesis 10:11 (Rosenmüller), though by some it is identified with Rehoboth Ir (Ainsworth). If the river spoken of be the Euphrates (Onkelos, Keil, Kalisch), then it is probably to be sought for in the Errachabi or Racha-beh near the mouth of the Chaboras (Keil), though the river may be some small nahar in Idumea (Lange), in which case the site will be uncertain - reigned in his stead.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
When Samlah
שַׂמְלָ֑ה (śam·lāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8072: Samlah -- a king of Edom

died,
וַיָּ֖מָת (way·yā·māṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 4191: To die, to kill

Shaul
שָׁא֖וּל (šā·’ūl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7586: Saul -- first king of Israel, also an Edomite and two Israelites

from Rehoboth
מֵרְחֹב֥וֹת (mê·rə·ḥō·ḇō·wṯ)
Preposition-m | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 7344: Rehoboth -- 'broad places', a well dug by Isaac, also two cities of uncertain location

on the Euphrates
הַנָּהָֽר׃ (han·nā·hār)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5104: A stream, prosperity

reigned
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 his place.
תַּחְתָּ֔יו (taḥ·tāw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of


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