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Genesis 36:16 Cross-References

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Duke Korah, duke Gatam, and duke Amalek: these are the dukes that came of Eliphaz in the land of Edom; these were the sons of Adah.

Genesis 36:16 (KJV)

Historical Context for Genesis 36:16

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Korahchief of Edom and son of Eliphaz (GEN 36:15-16)
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Gatamson of Eliphaz (GEN 36:11) and chief of Edom (GEN 36:16)
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Amalekson of Eliphaz (GEN 36:12) and chief of Edom (GEN 36:16)
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Eliphazson of Esau (GEN 36:4, 10, 15)
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Adahwife of Lamech (GEN 4:19)

Commentary on Genesis 36:16

Duke Korah, duke Gatam, and duke Amalek: these are the dukes that came of Eliphaz in the land of Edo... This passage belongs to the Jacob narratives which demonstrate God's sovereign election overriding human merit and the transformation of a deceiver into Israel, the father of the twelve tribes. The Jacob cycle shows how divine purposes advance through flawed individuals whom God graciously transforms.Key themes include God's sovereign choice ("the older shall serve the younger"), the consequences of deception and family dysfunction, exile and return patterns, wrestling with God leading to bl...

Source: KJV Study Commentary

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