The story of Edom
Edom was a biblical figure, the son of Isaac and Rebekah, and the twin brother of Jacob. He is best known for his rivalry with his brother, which began when they were still in the womb. Edom was the ancestor of the Edomites, a people who lived in the region of Edom, south of the Dead Sea. Edom was a vengeful man who sought to avenge his brother's wrongs. He refused to allow Jacob and his family to pass through his land on their way to Egypt, and he later attacked the Israelites when they returned from Egypt. He also fought against the Israelites in the Battle of Zephath. Edom is also known for his descendants, the Edomites, who were a powerful people in the region. They were known for their wealth and their military prowess. They were also known for their religious practices, which included animal sacrifice and the worship of idols. Edom is remembered in the Bible as a figure of rivalry and revenge. He is also remembered as the ancestor of the Edomites, a people who were powerful in the region and who practiced their own religious beliefs.
Name meaning
Red
Name origin
Hebrew
Role
Chief of Edom.
First mention
Genesis 25:30
Appearances in the Bible
162 mentions