Lexical Summary Omar: Omar Original Word: אוֹמָר Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Omar From 'amar; talkative; Omar, a grandson of Esau -- Omar. see HEBREW 'amar NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom amar Definition a grandson of Esau NASB Translation Omar (3). Brown-Driver-Briggs אוֺמָר proper name, masculine grandson of Esau (eloquent?) Genesis 36:11,15; 1 Chronicles 1:36. Topical Lexicon Identity and Occurrences Omar is named three times in Scripture, each appearance within genealogical records: Genesis 36:11, Genesis 36:15, and 1 Chronicles 1:36. He is listed as a son of Eliphaz and a grandson of Esau, belonging to the early generations of the Edomite people. Genealogical Context Esau, also called Edom, fathered the nation that became Israel’s southeastern neighbor and frequent adversary. Eliphaz, Esau’s firstborn by Adah, produced several sons, among whom Omar is recorded (Genesis 36:11). The line is repeated in 1 Chronicles 1:36 as part of the Chronicler’s sweeping rehearsal of national origins from Adam onward. These genealogies establish Omar as an early clan head and help trace the descent of Edomite tribes that inhabited Seir. Edomite Chieftaincy Genesis 36:15 designates Omar a “chief” (Hebrew “aluph,” rendered “chief” in the Berean Standard Bible), indicating a position of clan leadership: “‘These are the chiefs among the sons of Esau: The sons of Eliphaz the firstborn of Esau are Chiefs Teman, Omar, Zepho, Kenaz…’” (Genesis 36:15). The inclusion of Omar among the chiefs highlights the organized tribal structure of Edom and reveals that the Edomites developed governing hierarchies parallel to, though apart from, the covenant family of Jacob. Geographical Association The Edomites settled in the rugged hill country of Seir south of the Dead Sea. As a chief, Omar’s clan would have controlled a portion of this territory, participating in trade routes that crossed Edom and in the political dynamics that eventually set Edom at odds with Israel (Numbers 20:14-21; Obadiah 10-14). Historical Significance Omar’s brief mention underscores Scripture’s attention to accurate historical record. Though not elaborated upon in narrative, his name authenticates the lineage through which the Edomites emerged. Later prophetic literature condemns Edom for hostility toward Judah (for example Obadiah 1-21), yet the early genealogies remind readers that Edom’s founders, including Omar, were blood relatives of Israel. This kinship magnifies the tragedy of later animosity and displays the far-reaching consequences of choices made by patriarchal families. Theological and Ministry Reflections 1. Faithfulness to Record: The Spirit-inspired preservation of even lesser-known figures like Omar confirms that “all Scripture is God-breathed” and purposeful (2 Timothy 3:16). Teachers may therefore draw confidence that nothing in God’s Word is superfluous. Key References Genesis 36:11; Genesis 36:15; 1 Chronicles 1:36 Forms and Transliterations אוֹמָ֔ר אומר וְאוֹמָר֙ ואומר ’ō·w·mār ’ōwmār oMar veoMar wə’ōwmār wə·’ō·w·mārLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Genesis 36:11 HEB: אֱלִיפָ֑ז תֵּימָ֣ן אוֹמָ֔ר צְפ֥וֹ וְגַעְתָּ֖ם NAS: were Teman, Omar, Zepho KJV: were Teman, Omar, Zepho, INT: of Eliphaz were Teman Omar Zepho and Gatam Genesis 36:15 1 Chronicles 1:36 3 Occurrences |