Catholic Public Domain Version
Genesis 36:25
“And he had a son Dishon, and a daughter Oholibamah.”
Verse Explanation
A saved explanation for Genesis 36:25.
Plain-language explanation
Genesis 36:25 simply gives part of a family line (the descendants being listed). It names a son, Dishon, and a daughter, Oholibamah, continuing the record of whom people were and how family relationships were connected.
Catholic context
In the Catholic tradition, Scripture is not just read for spiritual ideas but also for its faithful witness to history and genealogy. Many Catholics understand these lists as part of God’s care for real people and real families, even when the details may seem distant from our daily lives today.
Historical background
This verse occurs in the section that records the descendants associated with Esau (Edom). In the ancient world, genealogies were important for remembering family identity, inheritance, and belonging, so naming children in these lines would have helped preserve communal memory.
Reflection
Even a short verse can remind us that God’s story includes ordinary details—names, relationships, and the next generation. Dishon and Oholibamah are not just characters in a list; they represent real lives carried forward through a family history.
Practical takeaway
When you see genealogies, you can practice patience in reading: look for what the text is preserving (identity, continuity, community). You might also thank God for your own family story and for the “small steps” that bring life forward day by day.
Prayer
Lord God, thank You for including every generation in Your care. Help me to read Your Word with humility and trust, and to value family, belonging, and the paths that lead to the future. Bless my home and my loved ones. Amen.