Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Dishon, Ezer and Dishan. These were the Horite chiefs, according to their divisions, in the land of Seir. New Living Translation Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan. The Horite clans are named after their clan leaders, who lived in the land of Seir. English Standard Version Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan; these are the chiefs of the Horites, chief by chief in the land of Seir. Berean Standard Bible Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan. They are the chiefs of the Horites, according to their divisions in the land of Seir. Berean Literal Bible Chief Dishon, Chief Ezer, and Chief Dishan. These are the chiefs of the Horite according to their chiefs in the land of Seir. King James Bible Duke Dishon, duke Ezer, duke Dishan: these are the dukes that came of Hori, among their dukes in the land of Seir. New King James Version Chief Dishon, Chief Ezer, and Chief Dishan. These were the chiefs of the Horites, according to their chiefs in the land of Seir. New American Standard Bible chief Dishon, chief Ezer, and chief Dishan. These are the chiefs descended from the Horites, according to their various chiefs in the land of Seir. NASB 1995 chief Dishon, chief Ezer, chief Dishan. These are the chiefs descended from the Horites, according to their various chiefs in the land of Seir. NASB 1977 chief Dishon, chief Ezer, chief Dishan. These are the chiefs descended from the Horites, according to their various chiefs in the land of Seir. Legacy Standard Bible chief Dishon, chief Ezer, chief Dishan. These are the chiefs descended from the Horites, according to their various chiefs in the land of Seir. Amplified Bible Dishon, Ezer, Dishan. These are the Horite chiefs, according to their various clans in the land of Seir. Berean Annotated Bible Dishon (thresher), Ezer (treasure), and Dishan. They are the chiefs of the Horites (cave dweller), according to their divisions in the land of Seir (shaggy). Christian Standard Bible chief Dishon, chief Ezer, and chief Dishan. These are the chiefs among the Horites, clan by clan, in the land of Seir. Holman Christian Standard Bible Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan. These are the chiefs of the Horites, according to their divisions, in the land of Seir. American Standard Version chief Dishon, chief Ezer, chief Dishan: these are the chiefs that came of the Horites, according to their chiefs in the land of Seir. Contemporary English Version Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan, and they lived in the land of Seir. English Revised Version duke Dishon, duke Ezer, duke Dishan: these are the dukes that came of the Horites, according to their dukes in the land of Seir. GOD'S WORD® Translation Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan. These were the Horite tribal leaders in the land of Seir. International Standard Version Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan. These were the tribal leaders who descended from the Horites, according to their tribal leaders in the territory of Seir. NET Bible chief Dishon, chief Ezer, chief Dishan. These were the chiefs of the Horites, according to their chief lists in the land of Seir. New Heart English Bible chief Dishon, chief Ezer, and chief Dishan: these are the chiefs who came of the Horites, according to their chiefs in the land of Seir. Webster's Bible Translation Duke Dishon, duke Ezer, duke Dishan; these are the dukes, descendants of Hori, among their dukes in the land of Seir. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleDishon, Ezer, and Dishan. They are the chiefs of the Horites, according to their divisions in the land of Seir. World English Bible chief Dishon, chief Ezer, and chief Dishan. These are the chiefs who came of the Horites, according to their chiefs in the land of Seir. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionChief Dishon, Chief Ezer, Chief Dishan: these [are] chiefs of the Horite in reference to their chiefs in the land of Seir. Berean Literal Bible Chief Dishon, Chief Ezer, and Chief Dishan. These are the chiefs of the Horite according to their chiefs in the land of Seir. Young's Literal Translation chief Dishon, chief Ezer, chief Dishan: these are chiefs of the Horite in reference to their chiefs in the land of Seir. Smith's Literal Translation Chief Dishon, chief Ezer, chief Dishan: these the chiefs of the Horites, to the chiefs in the land of Seir. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleDuke Dison, duke Eser, duke Disan: these were dukes of the Horrites that ruled in the land of Seir. Catholic Public Domain Version leader Dishon, leader Ezer, leader Disan. These were leaders of the Horites who ruled in the land of Seir. New American Bible Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan; those are the clans of the Horites, clan by clan, in the land of Seir. New Revised Standard Version Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan; these are the clans of the Horites, clan by clan in the land of Seir. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleChief Dishon, chief Ezer, and chief Dishan; these are the chiefs of the Horites, according to their chiefs in the land of Seir. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Prince Dishun, Prince Atsar, Prince Dishan; these are the Princes of the Khorites to the Princes in the land of Seir. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917the chief of Dishon, the chief of Ezer, the chief of Dishan. These are the chiefs that came of the Horites, according to their chiefs in the land of Seir. Brenton Septuagint Translation chief Deson, chief Asar, chief Rison. These are the chiefs of Chorri, in their principalities in the land of Edom. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Chiefs of Edom…29These are the chiefs of the Horites: Chiefs Lotan, Shobal, Zibeon, Anah, 30 Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan. They are the chiefs of the Horites, according to their divisions in the land of Seir. Cross References Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan. 1 Chronicles 1:38-42 The sons of Seir: Lotan, Shobal, Zibeon, Anah, Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan. / The sons of Lotan: Hori and Homam. Timna was Lotan’s sister. / The sons of Shobal: Alvan, Manahath, Ebal, Shepho, and Onam. The sons of Zibeon: Aiah and Anah. … Deuteronomy 2:5 Do not provoke them, for I will not give you any of their land, not even a footprint, because I have given Mount Seir to Esau as his possession. Joshua 24:4 and to Isaac I gave Jacob and Esau. I gave Esau Mount Seir to possess, but Jacob and his sons went down to Egypt. They are the chiefs of the Horites, Genesis 14:6 and the Horites in the area of Mount Seir, as far as El-paran, which is near the desert. Deuteronomy 2:12 The Horites used to live in Seir, but the descendants of Esau drove them out. They destroyed the Horites from before them and settled in their place, just as Israel did in the land that the LORD gave them as their possession.) Deuteronomy 2:22 just as He had done for the descendants of Esau who lived in Seir, when He destroyed the Horites from before them. They drove them out and have lived in their place to this day. according to their divisions Numbers 26:55-56 Indeed, the land must be divided by lot; they shall receive their inheritance according to the names of the tribes of their fathers. / Each inheritance is to be divided by lot among the larger and smaller tribes.” Genesis 10:5 From these, the maritime peoples separated into their territories, according to their languages, by clans within their nations. Genesis 25:16 These were the sons of Ishmael, and these were their names by their villages and encampments—twelve princes of their tribes. in the land of Seir. Genesis 32:3 Jacob sent messengers ahead of him to his brother Esau in the land of Seir, the country of Edom. Deuteronomy 1:44 Then the Amorites who lived in the hills came out against you and chased you like a swarm of bees. They routed you from Seir all the way to Hormah. Ezekiel 35:2-3 “Son of man, set your face against Mount Seir and prophesy against it, / and declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, I am against you, O Mount Seir. I will stretch out My hand against you and make you a desolate waste. Numbers 20:14-21 From Kadesh, Moses sent messengers to tell the king of Edom, “This is what your brother Israel says: You know all the hardship that has befallen us, / how our fathers went down to Egypt, where we lived many years. The Egyptians mistreated us and our fathers, / and when we cried out to the LORD, He heard our voice, sent an angel, and brought us out of Egypt. Now look, we are in Kadesh, a city on the edge of your territory. … Obadiah 1:6-9 But how Esau will be pillaged, his hidden treasures sought out! / All the men allied with you will drive you to the border; the men at peace with you will deceive and overpower you. Those who eat your bread will set a trap for you without your awareness of it. / In that day, declares the LORD, will I not destroy the wise men of Edom and the men of understanding in the mountains of Esau? … Jeremiah 49:7-22 Concerning Edom, this is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Is there no longer wisdom in Teman? Has counsel perished from the prudent? Has their wisdom decayed? / Turn and run! Lie low, O dwellers of Dedan, for I will bring disaster on Esau at the time I punish him. / If grape gatherers came to you, would they not leave some gleanings? Were thieves to come in the night, would they not steal only what they wanted? … Ezekiel 25:12-14 This is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Because Edom acted vengefully against the house of Judah, and in so doing incurred grievous guilt, / therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: I will stretch out My hand against Edom and cut off from it both man and beast. I will make it a wasteland, and from Teman to Dedan they will fall by the sword. / I will take My vengeance on Edom by the hand of My people Israel, and they will deal with Edom according to My anger and wrath. Then they will know My vengeance, declares the Lord GOD.’ Treasury of Scripture Duke Dishon, duke Ezer, duke Dishan: these are the dukes that came of Hori, among their dukes in the land of Seir. From A. 2 Kings 11:19 And he took the rulers over hundreds, and the captains, and the guard, and all the people of the land; and they brought down the king from the house of the LORD, and came by the way of the gate of the guard to the king's house. And he sat on the throne of the kings. Isaiah 23:15 And it shall come to pass in that day, that Tyre shall be forgotten seventy years, according to the days of one king: after the end of seventy years shall Tyre sing as an harlot. Daniel 7:17,23 These great beasts, which are four, are four kings, which shall arise out of the earth… Jump to Previous Chief Chiefs Clans Descendants Descended Dishan Dishon Divisions Duke Dukes Ezer Hori Horite Horites Order Reference Seir Se'ir VariousJump to Next Chief Chiefs Clans Descendants Descended Dishan Dishon Divisions Duke Dukes Ezer Hori Horite Horites Order Reference Seir Se'ir VariousGenesis 36 1. Esau's three wives.6. His removal to mount Seir. 9. His sons. 15. The dukes which descended of his sons. 20. The sons and dukes of Seir the Horite. 24. Anah finds mules. 31. The kings of Edom. 40. The dukes that descended of Esau. Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan. These names refer to leaders or chiefs among the Horites, an ancient people who lived in the region of Seir. The repetition of similar names, such as Dishon and Dishan, is common in genealogical records, indicating possible familial connections or variations in name spelling over time. The Horites are mentioned elsewhere in Genesis (Genesis 14:6), where they are described as inhabitants of the land before the Edomites. This suggests a deep-rooted presence in the region, possibly indicating a complex social structure. They are the chiefs of the Horites, according to their divisions in the land of Seir. Persons / Places / Events 1. DishonA chief of the Horites, mentioned as part of the genealogy of Seir the Horite. His name appears in the context of the tribal leaders in the land of Seir. 2. Ezer Another chief of the Horites, listed among the leaders in the land of Seir. His role is significant in understanding the tribal structure and leadership of the Horites. 3. Dishan Also a chief of the Horites, Dishan is part of the genealogical record that highlights the leadership within the Horite community. 4. Horites An ancient people who lived in the region of Seir. They are often associated with the Edomites and are mentioned in various genealogical records in the Bible. 5. Land of Seir A mountainous region inhabited by the Horites and later by the Edomites. It is significant in biblical history as the territory associated with Esau and his descendants. Teaching Points Understanding GenealogiesGenealogies in the Bible, such as those in Genesis 36, are not just historical records but serve to show God's providence and the fulfillment of His promises through generations. Leadership and Legacy The mention of chiefs like Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan highlights the importance of leadership and the legacy one leaves. Reflect on how leadership roles are opportunities to influence and guide others according to God's will. God's Sovereignty Over Nations The transition of the land of Seir from the Horites to the Edomites illustrates God's sovereignty over nations and territories. It reminds us that God is in control of history and the movements of peoples. Cultural and Historical Context Understanding the cultural and historical context of biblical passages enriches our comprehension of Scripture. It encourages us to delve deeper into the background of the text for a fuller understanding. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 36:30?2. How does Genesis 36:30 illustrate God's sovereignty over nations and leaders? 3. What can we learn about God's plan from the chiefs listed in Genesis 36:30? 4. How does Genesis 36:30 connect to God's promise to Abraham in Genesis 12:2? 5. In what ways can we trust God's guidance in leadership roles today? 6. How can we apply the lessons from Genesis 36:30 to our community leadership? 7. What historical evidence supports the existence of the Horites mentioned in Genesis 36:30? 8. How does Genesis 36:30 fit into the broader narrative of Esau's descendants? 9. What is the significance of the Horites' chiefs in Genesis 36:30? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 36? 11. Who were the Horites in the Bible? 12. Why was Joseph imprisoned in Egypt? 13. Genesis 36:20-30 lists Horite chiefs, yet extrabiblical sources offer scant support--what explains this historical gap? 14. Why does God allow Lot's daughters to commit incest, yet punish others for lesser sexual sins? What Does Genesis 36:30 Mean Dishon• Mentioned as one of the sons of Seir the Horite (Genesis 36:20–21). • Later listed again as a chief, underscoring that the same individual became the head of his clan. • Genesis 36:25 names his sons — Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Keran — showing how quickly the family multiplied and formed its own subdivision. • The simple record reminds us that God preserves even obscure names, proving that “every word of God is flawless” (Proverbs 30:5). Ezer • Ezer is another son of Seir (Genesis 36:20). • He, too, rises to the status of “chief” (Genesis 36:21). The text deliberately repeats the title to mark out real historical authority structures, not myth. • His sons — Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan (Genesis 36:27) — become additional branches, illustrating how clans developed into the complex nation later known as Edom. • By identifying specific households, Scripture traces the transfer of land and leadership in a way that underscores God’s faithfulness to keep every promise of territory and blessing (cf. Genesis 28:13–14). and Dishan • Dishan (spelled slightly differently from Dishon) rounds out the trio in verse 30. He is also a son of Seir (Genesis 36:20). • His offspring — Uz and Aran (Genesis 36:28) — again show a rapid expansion of families that will soon influence regional politics. • The precision reinforces that none of these clans overlap; God is documenting distinct lineages, just as He will later distinguish Israel’s twelve tribes (Numbers 1:2–16). They are the chiefs of the Horites • “Chiefs” (sometimes rendered “dukes” or “leaders”) indicates inherited, territorial authority. The Horites were the indigenous people of Seir before Esau’s descendants settled there (Genesis 14:6; Deuteronomy 2:12). • Listing these men by name authenticates the historical transfer of power from Horite chiefs to Edomite rulers (Genesis 36:31). • The term also signals an organized social structure, preparing the reader to understand later interactions between Edom and Israel (Numbers 20:14–21). according to their divisions in the land of Seir • “Divisions” points to clearly marked districts or clan allotments. Each chief governed his assigned territory, much as Joshua later assigns land to Israelite tribes (Joshua 13–19). • “The land of Seir” anchors the narrative in a real, identifiable region south of the Dead Sea. Scripture repeatedly confirms this geography (Genesis 32:3; Deuteronomy 2:5; Ezekiel 35:15). • By recording these divisions, Moses shows that God honors boundaries and keeps His word: He had already told Esau that Seir would belong to him (Genesis 32:3), and history unfolded exactly that way (Deuteronomy 2:22). summary Genesis 36:30 is God’s factual ledger: three named sons of Seir—Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan—each became a chief over his own clan, forming structured divisions in Seir. The verse highlights God’s meticulous record-keeping, validates the historic transfer of territory, and prepares us to understand later dealings with Edom. Every name and boundary stands as a testimony that Scripture’s history is literal, accurate, and trustworthy. Hebrew Dishon,דִּשֹׁ֛ן (di·šōn) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1787: Dishon -- two Edomites Ezer, אֵ֖צֶר (’ê·ṣer) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 687: Ezer -- 'treasure', a chief of the Horites and Dishan; דִּישָׁ֑ן (dî·šān) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1789: Dishan -- an Edomite they אֵ֣לֶּה (’êl·leh) Pronoun - common plural Strong's 428: These, those are the chiefs אַלּוּפֵ֧י (’al·lū·p̄ê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 441: Familiar, a friend, gentle, a bullock, a chieftain of the Horites, הַחֹרִ֛י (ha·ḥō·rî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2753: Chori according to their divisions אַלּ֥וּף (’al·lūp̄) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 441: Familiar, a friend, gentle, a bullock, a chieftain in the land בְּאֶ֥רֶץ (bə·’e·reṣ) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 776: Earth, land of Seir. שֵׂעִֽיר׃ (śê·‘îr) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 8165: Seir -- a mountain range in Edom, also its inhabitants, also a mountain in Judah Links Genesis 36:30 NIVGenesis 36:30 NLT Genesis 36:30 ESV Genesis 36:30 NASB Genesis 36:30 KJV Genesis 36:30 BibleApps.com Genesis 36:30 Biblia Paralela Genesis 36:30 Chinese Bible Genesis 36:30 French Bible Genesis 36:30 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 36:30 Chief Dishon chief Ezer and chief Dishan: (Gen. 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