Jobab
dweller in the desert. (1.) One of the sons of Joktan, and
founder of an Arabian tribe (Gen. 10:29). (2.) King of Edom,
succeeded Bela (Gen. 36:33, 34). (3.) A Canaanitish king (Josh.
11:1) who joined the confederacy against Joshua.
Bibliography Information Easton, Matthew George. M.A., D.D., "Biblical Meaning for 'Jobab' Eastons Bible Dictionary". bible-history.com - Eastons; 1897.