Genesis 36:35

And Husham died, and Hadad the son of Bedad, who smote Midian in the field of Moab, reigned in his stead: and the name of his city was Avith.

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Interpretation

This verse continues the thought already in view and fits the wider themes of creation and fall in Genesis.

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This thought runs through Genesis 36:31-35.

City People: The earliest mention of city-building is that of Enoch, which was built by Cain ( Gen. 4:17 ). After the confusion of tongues, the descendants of Nimrod founded several cities (10:10-12).
Avith Place: Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Rujum al Juththa.
Midian Place: Biblical region. Modern identification: Al Bad.
Moab Place: Biblical region. Modern identification: Kerak.