Overview
Eshban appears in the genealogical table of Seir the Horite, representing the early inhabitants of the land of Canaan. As a son of Dishon, Eshban is part of the lineage documenting pre-Israelite populations that God would displace as His people inherited the promised land. These genealogies establish God's sovereignty over history and territorial promises.
Key Scriptures
"The sons of Dishon are these: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran" (Genesis 36:26, ESV).
"These are the sons of Seir the Horite, the inhabitants of the land: Lotan, Shobal, Zibeon, Anah, Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan" (Genesis 36:20, ESV).
Application
Study biblical genealogies to recognize God's detailed knowledge of all peoples and His sovereign plan to establish His covenant people in the land He promised.