1 Chronicles 1:54
New International Version
Magdiel and Iram. These were the chiefs of Edom.

New Living Translation
Magdiel, and Iram. These are the clan leaders of Edom.

English Standard Version
Magdiel, and Iram; these are the chiefs of Edom.

Berean Standard Bible
Magdiel, and Iram. These were the chiefs of Edom.

King James Bible
Duke Magdiel, duke Iram. These are the dukes of Edom.

New King James Version
Chief Magdiel, and Chief Iram. These were the chiefs of Edom.

New American Standard Bible
chief Magdiel, and chief Iram. These were the chiefs of Edom.

NASB 1995
chief Magdiel, chief Iram. These were the chiefs of Edom.

NASB 1977
chief Magdiel, chief Iram. These were the chiefs of Edom.

Legacy Standard Bible
chief Magdiel, chief Iram. These were the chiefs of Edom.

Amplified Bible
Magdiel, and Iram. These are the chiefs of Edom.

Christian Standard Bible
Magdiel, and Iram. These were Edom’s chiefs.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Magdiel, and Iram. These were Edom’s chiefs.

American Standard Version
chief Magdiel, chief Iram. These are the chiefs of Edom.

Contemporary English Version
Magdiel, and Iram.

English Revised Version
duke Magdiel, duke Iram. These are the dukes of Edom.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Magdiel, and Iram. These were the tribal leaders of Edom.

Good News Translation
Magdiel, and Iram.

International Standard Version
Magdiel, and Iram—these are the clans of Edom.

Majority Standard Bible
Magdiel, and Iram. These were the chiefs of Edom.

NET Bible
Magdiel, Iram. These were the tribal chiefs of Edom.

New Heart English Bible
chief Magdiel, chief Iram. These are the chiefs of Edom.

Webster's Bible Translation
Duke Magdiel, duke Iram. These are the dukes of Edom.

World English Bible
chief Magdiel, and chief Iram. These are the chiefs of Edom.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Chief Magdiel, Chief Iram. These [are] chiefs of Edom.

Young's Literal Translation
chief Magdiel, chief Iram. These are chiefs of Edom.

Smith's Literal Translation
Chief Magdiel, chief Iram. These the chiefs of Edom.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Duke Magdiel, duke Hiram. These are the dukes of Edom.

Catholic Public Domain Version
commander Magdiel, commander Iram. These are the commanders of Edom.

New American Bible
Magdiel, and Iram were the chiefs of Edom.

New Revised Standard Version
Magdiel, and Iram; these are the clans of Edom.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Prince Magdiel, prince Giram. These are the princes of Edom.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Prince Magdiyel, Prince Giram; these were the Princes of Edom.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
the chief of Magdiel, the chief of Iram. These are the chiefs of Edom.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
prince Zaphoin. These are the princes of Edom.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Rulers of Edom
53Kenaz, Teman, Mibzar, 54 Magdiel, and Iram. These were the chiefs of Edom.

Cross References
Genesis 36:43
Magdiel, and Iram. These were the chiefs of Edom, according to their settlements in the land they possessed. Esau was the father of the Edomites.

Genesis 36:31-43
These are the kings who reigned in the land of Edom before any king reigned over the Israelites: / Bela son of Beor reigned in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah. / When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah reigned in his place. ...

Genesis 36:1-8
This is the account of Esau (that is, Edom). / Esau took his wives from the daughters of Canaan: Adah daughter of Elon the Hittite, Oholibamah daughter of Anah and granddaughter of Zibeon the Hivite, / and Basemath daughter of Ishmael and sister of Nebaioth. ...

Genesis 36:15-19
These are the chiefs among the sons of Esau. The sons of Eliphaz the firstborn of Esau: Chiefs Teman, Omar, Zepho, Kenaz, / Korah, Gatam, and Amalek. They are the chiefs of Eliphaz in the land of Edom, and they are the grandsons of Adah. / These are the sons of Esau’s son Reuel: Chiefs Nahath, Zerah, Shammah, and Mizzah. They are the chiefs descended from Reuel in the land of Edom, and they are the grandsons of Esau’s wife Basemath. ...

Genesis 36:20-30
These are the sons of Seir the Horite, who were living in the land: Lotan, Shobal, Zibeon, Anah, / Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan. They are the chiefs of the Horites, the descendants of Seir in the land of Edom. / The sons of Lotan were Hori and Hemam. Timna was Lotan’s sister. ...

Genesis 36:40-43
These are the names of Esau’s chiefs, according to their families and regions, by their names: Chiefs Timna, Alvah, Jetheth, / Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon, / Kenaz, Teman, Mibzar, ...

Deuteronomy 2:12
The Horites used to live in Seir, but the descendants of Esau drove them out. They destroyed the Horites from before them and settled in their place, just as Israel did in the land that the LORD gave them as their possession.)

Deuteronomy 2:22
just as He had done for the descendants of Esau who lived in Seir, when He destroyed the Horites from before them. They drove them out and have lived in their place to this day.

Numbers 20:14-21
From Kadesh, Moses sent messengers to tell the king of Edom, “This is what your brother Israel says: You know all the hardship that has befallen us, / how our fathers went down to Egypt, where we lived many years. The Egyptians mistreated us and our fathers, / and when we cried out to the LORD, He heard our voice, sent an angel, and brought us out of Egypt. Now look, we are in Kadesh, a city on the edge of your territory. ...

Obadiah 1:6
But how Esau will be pillaged, his hidden treasures sought out!

Obadiah 1:8-9
In that day, declares the LORD, will I not destroy the wise men of Edom and the men of understanding in the mountains of Esau? / Then your mighty men, O Teman, will be terrified, so that everyone in the mountains of Esau will be cut down in the slaughter.

Ezekiel 25:12-14
This is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Because Edom acted vengefully against the house of Judah, and in so doing incurred grievous guilt, / therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: I will stretch out My hand against Edom and cut off from it both man and beast. I will make it a wasteland, and from Teman to Dedan they will fall by the sword. / I will take My vengeance on Edom by the hand of My people Israel, and they will deal with Edom according to My anger and wrath. Then they will know My vengeance, declares the Lord GOD.’

Jeremiah 49:7-22
Concerning Edom, this is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Is there no longer wisdom in Teman? Has counsel perished from the prudent? Has their wisdom decayed? / Turn and run! Lie low, O dwellers of Dedan, for I will bring disaster on Esau at the time I punish him. / If grape gatherers came to you, would they not leave some gleanings? Were thieves to come in the night, would they not steal only what they wanted? ...

Amos 1:11-12
This is what the LORD says: “For three transgressions of Edom, even four, I will not revoke My judgment, because he pursued his brother with the sword and stifled all compassion; his anger raged continually, and his fury flamed incessantly. / So I will send fire upon Teman to consume the citadels of Bozrah.”

Malachi 1:2-4
“I have loved you,” says the LORD. But you ask, “How have You loved us?” “Was not Esau Jacob’s brother?” declares the LORD. “Yet Jacob I have loved, / but Esau I have hated, and I have made his mountains a wasteland and left his inheritance to the desert jackals.” / Though Edom may say, “We have been devastated, but we will rebuild the ruins,” this is what the LORD of Hosts says: “They may build, but I will demolish. They will be called the Land of Wickedness, and a people with whom the LORD is indignant forever.


Treasury of Scripture

Duke Magdiel, duke Iram. These are the dukes of Edom.

These are.

Genesis 36:41-43
Duke Aholibamah, duke Elah, duke Pinon, …

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1 Chronicles 1
1. Adam's line to Noah.
5. The sons of Japheth.
8. The sons of Ham.
17. The sons of Shem.
24. Shem's line to Abraham.
29. Ishmael's sons.
32. The sons of Keturah.
34. The posterity of Abraham by Esau.
38. The sons of Seir.
43. The kings of Edom.
51. The dukes of Edom.














Magdiel, and Iram.
Magdiel and Iram are listed among the chiefs of Edom, descendants of Esau, who was the brother of Jacob. The mention of these names highlights the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham that he would be the father of many nations (Genesis 17:4). Edom, being a nation descended from Esau, represents one of these nations. The names Magdiel and Iram are not widely mentioned elsewhere in the Bible, which suggests that they were likely local leaders or clan heads within Edom. This reflects the tribal and clan-based structure of ancient Near Eastern societies, where leadership was often divided among various family heads.

These were the chiefs of Edom.
The chiefs of Edom were leaders of the various clans or tribes within the nation. Edom, located to the southeast of Israel, was a significant neighbor and often an adversary of Israel. The Edomites' relationship with Israel was complex, marked by both kinship and conflict, as they were descendants of Esau, Jacob's brother. The listing of these chiefs in 1 Chronicles underscores the historical and genealogical record-keeping that was important to the chronicler, emphasizing the fulfillment of God's promises and the interconnectedness of the nations surrounding Israel. The chiefs' roles were likely both political and military, as they would have been responsible for the governance and defense of their respective territories. This structure is similar to the tribal leadership seen in Israel, where leaders were often chosen from among the heads of families or clans.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Magdiel
One of the chiefs of Edom, mentioned in the genealogies of Esau's descendants. The name Magdiel may mean "fruit of God" or "tower of God," reflecting a possible position of strength or prominence among the Edomite chiefs.

2. Iram
Another chief of Edom listed in this passage. The name Iram could mean "city" or "watchful," indicating a role of vigilance or leadership within the Edomite community.

3. Edom
A nation descended from Esau, the brother of Jacob. Edom is often associated with the region southeast of Israel and has a complex relationship with the Israelites throughout biblical history.
Teaching Points
Understanding Lineage and Legacy
The genealogies in 1 Chronicles remind us of the importance of lineage and legacy. As believers, we are called to consider the spiritual legacy we leave for future generations.

The Role of Leadership
The mention of chiefs in Edom highlights the significance of leadership. In our communities and churches, we should strive to be leaders who reflect God's character and values.

God's Sovereignty in History
The inclusion of Edom's chiefs in the biblical account underscores God's sovereignty over all nations and peoples. We can trust that God is at work in the world, even in places and among people we may not expect.

Reconciliation and Peace
The historical tension between Edom and Israel serves as a reminder of the need for reconciliation and peace. As Christians, we are called to be peacemakers and to seek reconciliation in our relationships.(54) These are the dukes (chiliarchs) of Edom.--Eleven names only are given, whereas there were twelve (or thirteen) chiliarchs of Edom (Genesis 36:15-19; see Note on 1Chronicles 1:35-37). A name may have fallen out of the ancient text from which the chronicler derived the list.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Magdiel,
מַגְדִּיאֵ֖ל (maḡ·dî·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4025: Magdiel -- 'excellence of God', an Edomite chief

and Iram.
עִירָ֑ם (‘î·rām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5902: Iram -- an Edomite

These
אֵ֖לֶּה (’êl·leh)
Pronoun - common plural
Strong's 428: These, those

[were] the chiefs
אַלּוּפֵ֥י (’al·lū·p̄ê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 441: Familiar, a friend, gentle, a bullock, a chieftain

of Edom.
אֱדֽוֹם׃ (’ĕ·ḏō·wm)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 123: The name of a condiment


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