Zerah זֶ֫רַח
King of Edom
Biography
Zerah was a king of Edom, mentioned in the lists of Edomite kings in Genesis 36 and 1 Chronicles 1. He was from the city of Bozrah, an important Edomite center. The list of kings in which Zerah appears is chronologically placed before the time of Israel's monarchy, indicating that he ruled during the period of the judges. The Edomites were the descendants of Esau who settled in the region of Seir.
Family
In Scripture
2 biblical books ; 1 with study contentGenesis 1 verse
- Genesis 36:33
"Bela died, and Jobab, the son of Zerah of Bozrah, reigned in his place."
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1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 1:44
"Bela died, and Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his place."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | זֶ֫רַח | H2226H |