Eshban

Male

Eshban can be found in the following chapters:

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(Genesis 36:26, Jasher 36:36)

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Interesting Facts

  • Eshban was one of the children of Dishon.

Genealogy

  • Eshban was a son of Dishon.
  • His grandfather was Anah, the son of Seir the Horite.
  • His brothers were Hemdan, Ithran, and Cheran.

Historical Context

Eshban’s place within the genealogies provided situates him among the Horite inhabitants of the land of Seir, in a period documented before the more extensive historical narratives concerning the Israelite nation. The texts at our disposal are primarily concerned with establishing lines of descent. Consequently, specific cultural practices or significant historical events directly impacting Eshban’s life are not detailed. The context remains within the recording of ancient familial relationships in the region of Seir.

Narrative

The textual fragments provided mention Eshban solely as a member of Dishon’s progeny. There is no individual narrative woven around him, nor are any particular deeds, conversations, or significant occurrences attributed to him within these sources. His presence serves to contribute to the broader genealogical record of the descendants of Seir the Horite, illustrating the familial structure of the time. Thus, Eshban remains a figure defined by his familial connection to his father and brothers, without any further personal history or impact evident in the documents before us.