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Jetheth

Jetheth was a chief or leader descended from Esau, listed among the Edomite clans in Genesis. His name appears in the genealogical records that document Esau's descendants and their territorial divisions.

Overview

Jetheth is mentioned in the genealogical records of Esau's descendants, appearing as one of the chiefs of Edom. These genealogies in Genesis reveal how God's word traces the line of nations and peoples, showing His sovereignty over all peoples and their histories.

Key Scriptures

"These are the chiefs of the sons of Esau. The sons of Eliphaz the firstborn of Esau: Chief Teman, Chief Omar, Chief Zepho, Chief Kenaz, Chief Korah, Chief Gatam, and Chief Amalek; these are the chiefs of Eliphaz in the land of Edom; these are the sons of Adah. These are the sons of Reuel, Esau's son: Chief Nahath, Chief Zerah, Chief Shammah, Chief Mizzah; these are the chiefs of Reuel in the land of Edom; these are the sons of Basemath, Esau's wife. These are the sons of Oholibamah, Esau's wife: Chief Jeush, Chief Jalam, Chief Korah; these are the chiefs born of Oholibamah the daughter of Anah, Esau's wife." (Genesis 36:15-18, ESV)

Application

Study genealogical passages to understand how Scripture documents God's providence over all nations and peoples throughout history.