Bible Dictionary
Omar
Omar was a son of Eliphaz and grandson of Esau. He is listed among the chiefs or clans descended from Esau.
Definition
Omar was a son of Eliphaz and grandson of Esau. His name is associated with speaking or eloquence, and he is listed among the descendants and chiefs of Esau.
Biblical Usage
Omar appears in the genealogical lists of Esau’s descendants.
Historical Background
The supplied material gives no further historical background beyond his place in the Edomite genealogy.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Eloquent, the son of Eliphaz, who was Esau’s eldest son (Gen. 36:11-15).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(eloquent, talkative), son of Eliphaz the first-born of Esau. (Genesis 36:11,15; 1 Chronicles 1:38) (B.C. 1750.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>o'-mar (omar, connected perhaps with 'amar, "speak"; Septuagint Oman or Omar): Grandson of Esau and son of Eliphaz in Ge 36:11; 1Ch 1:36; given the title "duke" or "chief" in Ge 36:15.</p>