Omar אוֹמָר

Male Edom H0201 2 books

Son of Eliphaz, grandson of Esau

Biography

Omar was one of the sons of Eliphaz and a grandson of Esau (Gen.36.11, 15; 1Ch.1.36). He is mentioned in the genealogies of Esau, which list the descendants of Esau and the chiefs of Edom. As a grandson of Esau, Omar was part of the Edomite clan and likely held a position of influence within the tribe.

Family

In Scripture

2 biblical books ; 1 with study content
Genesis 2 verses
  • Genesis 36:11

    "The sons of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, and Gatam, and Kenaz."

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  • Genesis 36:15

    "These are the chiefs of the sons of Esau: the sons of Eliphaz the firstborn of Esau: chief Teman, chief Omar, chief Zepho, chief Kenaz,"

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1 Chronicles 1 verse
  • 1 Chronicles 1:36

    "The sons of Eliphaz: Teman, Omar, Zephi, Gatam, Kenaz, Timna, and Amalek."

Names & Aliases

Form Language Script Strong's
Named Hebrew אוֹמָר H0201
Encyclopedia Article

Omar

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

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