Hemam (Heman)

Male

Hemam (Heman) can be found in the following chapters:

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(Genesis 36:22, Jasher 36:27)

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Interesting Facts

  • Hemam was one of the children of Lotan.
  • Another source lists one of Lotan’s children as Heman, suggesting Hemam and Heman refer to the same individual.

Genealogy

  • Hemam (or Heman) was the son of Lotan.
  • His siblings included Hori and Timna. Another source names his siblings as Hori and Timna.

Historical Context

The sources place Hemam (or Heman) within the lineage of Seir the Horite, as Lotan is identified as one of the children of Seir. This situates him geographically in the land of Seir. The timeframe is generally contemporary with Isaac and his descendants, given the mention of his sister Timna’s later association with Eliphaz, the son of Esau. However, the provided excerpts do not detail specific historical events or cultural dynamics that directly impacted Hemam’s (or Heman’s) life or decisions. The primary context available is genealogical, establishing his position within a specific family and regional group during the patriarchal narratives involving Abraham’s lineage.

Narrative

Hemam (or Heman) does not feature in the provided sources with any independent narrative, actions, or dialogues. His significance within these texts is purely genealogical. He is mentioned solely as one of the children of Lotan, contributing to the record of the descendants of Seir the Horite. Therefore, Hemam (or Heman) remains a background figure whose existence is acknowledged within the genealogical lists presented in the sources, serving to delineate the familial relationships within the region of Seir.