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Asher

Facts:

Asher was Jacobs eighth son. He was Zilpahs second son. His descendants became one of the tribes of Israel.

  • The tribe descended from him was known as the “tribe of Asher” or “Asher.”
  • His name sounds similar to a Hebrew word meaning “blessed, happy.”
  • The tribe of Asher settled in the northwest corner of Canaan, on the Mediterannian Sea. When used as the name of a region of land, the term “Asher” refers to the land given to the tribe of Asher.

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(See also: twelve tribes of Israel, Jacob, Zilpah)

Bible References:

Word Data:

  • Strongs: H0836