Bible Dictionary
Mizzah
Mizzah was a grandson of Esau through Reuel. He is listed among the chiefs or leaders of Edom.
Definition
Mizzah was a son of Reuel and grandson of Esau. He was one of the chiefs or leaders of Edom. His name is variously associated with despair, fear, strength, or firmness in the supplied accounts.
Biblical Usage
Mizzah appears in the genealogical lists of Esau’s descendants and the chiefs of Edom.
Historical Background
He belonged to the Edomite line through Esau’s son Reuel.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Despair, one of the four sons of Reuel, the son of Esau (Gen. 36:13, 17).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(fear), son of Reuel and grandson of Esau. (Genesis 36:13,17; 1 Chronicles 1:37)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>miz'-a (mizzah, "strong," "firm"): Grandson of Esau, one of the "dukes" of Edom (Ge 36:13,17; 1Ch 1:37).</p>