Korah (son of Esau)

Korah, son of Esau, refers to one of the descendants of Esau, also known as Edom, in the Hebrew Bible. He is listed among the chiefs (or dukes) who descended from Esau in Genesis 36. Specifically, Korah is identified as the son of Eliphaz, who was Esau's firstborn son. Thus, Korah was a grandson of Esau.

The relevant passage mentioning Korah can be found in Genesis 36:16, where he is listed as a chief of Edom. The term "chief" or "duke" signifies a leader or head of a clan or tribe within the Edomite nation.

It is important to distinguish this Korah from other figures named Korah in the Bible, most notably Korah the Levite who led a rebellion against Moses and Aaron (Numbers 16). These are separate individuals with no apparent connection.

The biblical account provides limited information beyond Korah's lineage and his designation as a chief. His role and activities within the Edomite society are not further elaborated upon in the text. The significance of mentioning him lies in establishing the genealogy and leadership structure of the Edomites, who played a significant role in the history of Israel and the surrounding regions.