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OHOLIBAMAH

People & Groups • Old Testament
Oholibamah was the name of one of Esau’s wives and also of an Edomite chief. The Biblical genealogical records appear to contain a difficulty concerning the woman’s identity and family connections.
Biblical Usage
Oholibamah is identified as Esau’s wife and as the daughter of Anah the Hivite. The same name is later applied to an Edomite chief.