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Where is Edom in the Bible?

Edom was an ancient nation located southeast of Israel in the region that is now southern Jordan, centered around Mount Seir and the areas surrounding the Dead Sea. The Edomites were descendants of Esau, the twin brother of Jacob (also called Israel), making them relatives of the Israelites, though the two nations frequently clashed over territory and resources. Edom appears throughout the Old Testament, particularly in Genesis, Exodus, and Numbers, where it represents both a neighboring kingdom and a symbol of hostility toward God's chosen people. The conflict between Edom and Israel carried theological weight in biblical narrative, with Edom's opposition to Israel often portrayed as rebellion against God's purposes, contributing to prophecies about Edom's eventual downfall.