Elah אֵלָה
A chief of Edom, descendant of Esau
Biography
Elah is mentioned in Gen.36.41 and 1Ch.1.52 as one of the chiefs of Edom, a nation descended from Esau, the brother of Israel (or 'Jacob'). The Edomites were the descendants of Esau who settled in the region southeast of Judah. Elah is listed among the chiefs who ruled in Edom before any king reigned over Israel.
In Scripture
2 biblical books ; 1 with study contentGenesis 1 verse
- Genesis 36:41
"chief Oholibamah, chief Elah, chief Pinon,"
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1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 1:52
"chief Oholibamah, chief Elah, chief Pinon,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אֵלָה | H0425G |