And Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom: and the name of his city was Dinhabah.
Parallel translations
- WEB Bela, the son of Beor, reigned in Edom. The name of his city was Dinhabah.
- BSB Bela son of Beor reigned in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah.
- NKJV Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom, and the name of his city was Dinhabah.
- NASB Bela the son of Beor reigned in Edom, and the name of his city was Dinhabah.
- NLT Bela son of Beor, who ruled in Edom from his city of Dinhabah.
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Quick answer
This names Bela, the first king of Edom, and his city Dinhabah. It begins the list of Edomite kings.
Overview
Bela son of Beor is the first named king of Edom, ruling from Dinhabah. The list that follows shows that Edom's kingship did not pass from father to son but moved among different cities and families. This early, unstable monarchy contrasts with the enduring dynasty God would later promise to David.
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