Genesis 36:1 This is the account of the family line of Esau (that is, Edom).
As I read today’s scripture, it puts me in mind of my oldest sister. She loves genealogy, and she’s got a great mind for it. Names change spelling? Dates are off? Here’s this person that we’ve never heard of before showing on the census in the same house? She not only catches it, she understands it, gets excited about it, shares it.
Genesis 36:2 Esau took his wives from the women of Canaan: Adah daughter of Elon the Hittite, and Oholibamah daughter of Anah and granddaughter of Zibeon the Hivite—
I’m definitely more of a “teflon brain” when it comes to genealogy, but I do recognize that knowing where you come from, being able to understand the history of those who came before you, can help you make sense of life. Knowing about your ancestors definitely helps to give you roots, just like knowing about your Savior helps to give you wings.
Genesis 36:3 also Basemath daughter of Ishmael and sister of Nebaioth.
Precious Savior, Thank You for those who can see and instantly understand the intricacies of genealogy. Thank You that knowing our histories can enrich our present. Thank You that our past doesn’t dictate our future and that we need both roots and wings to really soar. Thank You. Amen.
Genesis 36:4-5 Adah bore Eliphaz to Esau, Basemath bore Reuel, and Oholibamah bore Jeush, Jalam and Korah. These were the sons of Esau, who were born to him in Canaan.
Have a blessed day.