Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
Alvah was an Edomite chief, a descendant of Esau through his son Eliphaz.
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Also known as Aliah
Alvah is mentioned in the genealogies of Esau, the son of Isaac and the brother of Israel (or 'Jacob'), who became the ancestor of the Edomites. He is listed as one of the chiefs of Edom, descended from Esau through his son Eliphaz. (Gen.36.40; 1Ch.1.51)
The genealogy in Genesis 36 and 1Chronicles 1 traces the descendants of Esau and their settlement in the region of Seir, which later became known as Edom. It provides a record of the chiefs and clans that emerged from Esau's lineage.
Apart from being listed as an Edomite chief, no further details are provided about Alvah's life, his role within the clan, or any significant events associated with him.
The mention of Alvah in the genealogies serves to document the growth and organization of the Edomite people, who became a significant nation in the region. It also highlights the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham that his descendants, including those through Esau, would become great nations.
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(evil), a duke of Edom, (Genesis 36:40) written Aliah in (1 Chronicles 1:51)
his rising up; his highness
AL'VAH (wickedness), a chief of Edom. Gen 36:40. Called Aliah in 1 Chr 1:51.
AL'VAH (wickedness), a chief of Edom. Gen 36:40. Called Aliah in 1 Chr 1:51.
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2 verses in 2 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H5933
These are the names of Esauʼs chiefs, according to their families and regions, by their names: Chiefs Timna, Alvah, Jetheth,
Then Hadad died. Now the chiefs of Edom were Timna, Alvah, Jetheth,
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