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What Does the Bible Say About Edom?

16 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Edom in the Bible

Discover 16 Bible verses about edom. This comprehensive collection of Scripture quotes reveals God's wisdom and guidance on edom, with verses from across the Old and New Testaments.

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Old Testament
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Top 10 Verses About Edom

  1. 1
    Genesis 25:25
    And the first came out red, all over like an hairy garment; and they called his name Esau.
    KJV
  2. 2
    Genesis 25:30
    And Esau said to Jacob, Feed me, I pray thee, with that same red pottage; for I am faint: therefore was his name called Edom. with: Heb. with that red, with that red pottage Edom: that is Red
    KJV
  3. 3
    Genesis 32:3
    And Jacob sent messengers before him to Esau his brother unto the land of Seir, the country of Edom. country: Heb. field
    KJV
  4. 4
    Genesis 36:1
    Now these are the generations of Esau, who is Edom.
    KJV
  5. 5
    Genesis 36:8
    Thus dwelt Esau in mount Seir: Esau is Edom.
    KJV
  6. 6
    Genesis 36:16
    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.
    KJV
  7. 7
    Genesis 36:17
    And these are the sons of Reuel Esau's son; duke Nahath, duke Zerah, duke Shammah, duke Mizzah: these are the dukes that came of Reuel in the land of Edom; these are the sons of Bashemath Esau's wife.
    KJV
  8. 8
    Genesis 36:19
    These are the sons of Esau, who is Edom, and these are their dukes.
    KJV
  9. 9
    Genesis 36:21
    And Dishon, and Ezer, and Dishan: these are the dukes of the Horites, the children of Seir in the land of Edom.
    KJV
  10. 10
    Isaiah 63:1
    Who is this that cometh from Edom, with dyed garments from Bozrah? this that is glorious in his apparel, travelling in the greatness of his strength? I that speak in righteousness, mighty to save. glorious: Heb. decked
    KJV

Subtopics of Edom

1. A name of Esau, possibly on account of his being covered with red hair
2. A name of the land occupied by the descendants of Esau
It extended from the Elanitic Gulf to the Red Sea, and was also called IDUMEA
Noted for its wise men
Sins of
Prophecies concerning
FIGURATIVE of the foes of Zion
Wilderness

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Edom? (16 Verses)

And the first came out red, all over like an hairy garment; and they called his name Esau.
And Esau said to Jacob, Feed me, I pray thee, with that same red pottage; for I am faint: therefore was his name called Edom. with: Heb. with that red, with that red pottage Edom: that is Red
And Jacob sent messengers before him to Esau his brother unto the land of Seir, the country of Edom. country: Heb. field
Now these are the generations of Esau, who is Edom.
Thus dwelt Esau in mount Seir: Esau is Edom.
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.
And these are the sons of Reuel Esau's son; duke Nahath, duke Zerah, duke Shammah, duke Mizzah: these are the dukes that came of Reuel in the land of Edom; these are the sons of Bashemath Esau's wife.
These are the sons of Esau, who is Edom, and these are their dukes.
And Dishon, and Ezer, and Dishan: these are the dukes of the Horites, the children of Seir in the land of Edom.
Who is this that cometh from Edom, with dyed garments from Bozrah? this that is glorious in his apparel, travelling in the greatness of his strength? I that speak in righteousness, mighty to save. glorious: Heb. decked
Edom, and Moab, and the children of Ammon,
In the beginning of the reign of Jehoiakim the son of Josiah king of Judah came this word unto Jeremiah from the LORD, saying,
Likewise when all the Jews that were in Moab, and among the Ammonites, and in Edom, and that were in all the countries, heard that the king of Babylon had left a remnant of Judah, and that he had set over them Gedaliah the son of Ahikam the son of Shaphan;
He shall enter also into the glorious land, and many countries shall be overthrown: but these shall escape out of his hand, even Edom, and Moab, and the chief of the children of Ammon. glorious: or, goodly, etc.: Heb. land of delight, or, ornament
Shall I not in that day, saith the LORD, even destroy the wise men out of Edom, and understanding out of the mount of Esau?
For thy violence against thy brother Jacob shame shall cover thee, and thou shalt be cut off for ever.

How to Study What the Bible Says About Edom

  1. 1

    Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.

  2. 2

    Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about edom. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.

  3. 3

    Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.

  4. 4

    Memorise at least one key verse about edom and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.

Practical Application

Studying what the Bible says about edom is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:

  • Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on edom needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.

  • Share what you have learned about edom with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.

  • Pray through the key verses about edom, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about edom?
Discover 16 Bible verses about edom. This comprehensive collection of Scripture quotes reveals God's wisdom and guidance on edom, with verses from across the Old and New Testaments. The Bible contains 16 key verses about edom spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about edom are there?
There are 16 key Bible verses about edom compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about edom?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about edom is Genesis 25:25 — "And the first came out red, all over like an hairy garment; and they called his name Esau."
Where in the Bible does it talk about edom?
Edom is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 16 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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