Overview
The Bible addresses timnah across 5 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Joshua, Genesis and 1 Chronicles. Closely related themes include Duke, Edomites, Edomites, the and Judah, the Tribe Of. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Esau and Cain.
Key Bible verses about timnah
Old Testament
Joshua
1 Chronicles
People in the Bible and timnah
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying timnah for yourself
- Begin with Genesis 36:40, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Joshua, Genesis and 1 Chronicles each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of Esau and Cain and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Duke, Edomites, Edomites, the and Judah, the Tribe Of.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about timnah?
The Bible addresses timnah across 5 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Joshua, Genesis and 1 Chronicles. Closely related themes include Duke, Edomites, Edomites, the and Judah, the Tribe Of. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Esau and Cain.
How many Bible verses are about timnah?
The Bible references timnah in 5 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention timnah?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Genesis 36:40: “And these are the names of the dukes that came of Esau, according to their families, after their places, by their names; duke Timnah, duke Alvah, duke Jetheth, Alvah: or, Aliah”
Which people in the Bible are associated with timnah?
Esau and Cain.
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