A king of Edom, son of Zerah of Bozrah
Jobab
Named in 4 verses across 2 books, first in Genesis 36:33.
יוֹבָבJobab
The name means “sorrowful, hated.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- Father
- Zerah
- People
- Edom
About Jobab Written by AI
Jobab, the son of Zerah of Bozrah, is mentioned in Genesis 36:33 to 34 and 1 Chronicles 1:44 to 45 as one of the early kings of Edom. He ruled after the death of King Bela, son of Beor, and was succeeded by Husham of the land of the Temanites. These kings reigned in Edom before any king ruled over the Israelites, indicating that the Edomite monarchy was established earlier than that of Israel. The mention of Jobab and other Edomite kings in these passages provides historical context for the relationship between Edom and Israel, as well as insight into the political structure of the region during the patriarchal period. However, no additional details are given about Jobab's reign or personal life.
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Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897
This entry is on the name Jobab, and may cover more than one person or place by that name.
Dweller in the desert. (1.) One of the sons of Joktan, and founder of an Arabian tribe (Gen. 10:29). (2.) King of Edom, succeeded Bela (Gen. 36:33, 34). (3.) A Canaanitish king (Josh. 11:1) who joined the confederacy against Joshua.
M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.
Where the Bible names him
- Genesis 36:33
When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah reigned in his place.
- Genesis 36:34
When Jobab died, Husham from the land of the Temanites reigned in his place.
- 1 Chronicles 1:44
When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah reigned in his place.
- 1 Chronicles 1:45
When Jobab died, Husham from the land of the Temanites reigned in his place.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.