Genesis 36:9

New English Translation

⁹This is the account of Esau, the father^[a] of the Edomites, in the hill country of Seir.

Genesis 36:9 sn The term father in genealogical records needs to be carefully defined. It can refer to a literal father, a grandfather, a political overlord, or a founder.

Genesis 36:9

New International Version

⁹This is the account^(A) of the family line of Esau the father of the Edomites^(B) in the hill country of Seir.

⁹And these are the generations of Esau the father of the Edomites in mount Seir:

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