1)

Why does the Torah list Er and Onan, who died in Eretz Kena'an (as the Torah itself states)?

1.

Ramban (to 46:2): This has to do with Gilgul (reincarnation). 1


1

Which the Ramban consistently refers to in vague terms. He also refers to his explanation on 38:8.

2)

Why does the Torah fail to list the sons of Shelah and Zerach?

1.

Targum Yonasan: Because all of their children were born in Egypt.

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