Kenaz קְנַז
An Edomite clan descended from Esau
Who is Kenaz in the Bible?
Kenaz was an Edomite clan leader descended from Esau through his son Eliphaz, as recorded in Genesis 36:11, 15 and 1 Chronicles 1:36. The Kenizzites, named after Kenaz, are also listed among the chiefs of Edom in Genesis 36:42 and 1 Chronicles 1:53, indicating they held a position of leadership within the Edomite tribal structure. Beyond these genealogical references, the Bible provides no additional details about Kenaz's specific history, territory, or activities. His mention in Scripture serves primarily to document the genealogical development and tribal organization of the Edomite people, who were descended from Jacob's brother Esau.
Biography
Kenaz is mentioned in Genesis 36 and 1 Chronicles 1 as one of the clans of Edom, descended from Esau. In the genealogy of Esau, Kenaz is listed as one of the sons of Eliphaz, the firstborn son of Esau (Gen.36.11, 15; 1Ch.1.36).
The Kenizzites, the clan named after Kenaz, are also mentioned among the chiefs of Edom (Gen.36.42; 1Ch.1.53), indicating their prominence and leadership within the Edomite tribal structure.
The inclusion of Kenaz and the Kenizzites in the genealogy of Esau highlights the development and growth of the Edomite people, who were the descendants of Esau, Jacob's brother.
Apart from these genealogical mentions, no further information is provided about the specific history, territory, or activities of the Kenizzite clan in the Bible.
Family
Parents
Siblings
- Teman EdomGrandson of EsauGrandson of Esau, associated with an Edomite clanView full profile →
- Omar EdomAn EdomiteSon of Eliphaz, grandson of EsauView full profile →
- Zepho EdomGrandson of EsauSon of Eliphaz, grandson of EsauView full profile →
- Gatam EdomAn EdomiteSon of Eliphaz; grandson of Esau; Edomite chief.View full profile →
- Amalek EdomGrandson of EsauGrandson of Esau, ancestor of the AmalekitesView full profile →
- Korah EdomAn EdomiteEdomite chief, descendant of EliphazView full profile →
In Scripture
2 biblical books ; 1 with study contentGenesis 3 verses
- Genesis 36:11
"The sons of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam, and Kenaz."
Study Genesis → - Genesis 36:15
"These are the chiefs among the sons of Esau. The sons of Eliphaz the firstborn of Esau: Chiefs Teman, Omar, Zepho, Kenaz,"
Study Genesis → - Genesis 36:42
"Kenaz, Teman, Mibzar,"
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1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 1:36
"The sons of Eliphaz: Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam, and Kenaz; and by Timna, Amalek."
- 1 Chronicles 1:53
"Kenaz, Teman, Mibzar,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | קְנַז |