Mibzar Summary
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Mibzar was one of the chiefs of Edom, descended from Esau.
chief of Edom (GEN 36:42)
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Mibzar
defending; forbidding; taking away
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Mibzar
· Also called · H4014 · GEN 36:42 bastion
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מִבְצָֽר
mibətsar · H4014 · GEN 36:42 bastion
- he מִבְצָר · H4014
- el Μαζαρ Mazar · GEN 36:42
- bg Мивсар
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Mibzar Article
STEPBible TIPNR
Mibzar is mentioned in the lists of the chiefs of Edom in the books of Genesis and 1 Chronicles (Gen 36:42; 1Ch 1:53). He was one of the chiefs who came from the descendants of Esau, Jacob's brother. The Edomites were the offspring of Esau and lived in the region southeast of Israel. The chiefs of Edom are listed to show the political and social structure of the Edomite people. No specific details are provided about Mibzar's life, reign, or achievements. His inclusion in the list of chiefs suggests he held a position of authority and leadership among the Edomites.
Mibzar Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
Fortress, one of the Edomitish “dukes” descended from Esau (Gen. 36:42; 1 Chr. 1:53).
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