Eder עֶ֫דֶר

Male Tribe of Benjamin H5738 1 book

Descendant of Benjamin, son of Beriah

Who is Eder in the Bible?

Eder was a descendant of the tribe of Benjamin, listed in 1 Chronicles 8:15 as one of the sons of Beriah. He appears in the genealogical records alongside his brothers Zebadiah and Arad, as part of the lineage traced through Elpaal and Shaharaim. While little is known about Eder personally beyond this genealogical mention, his inclusion in the detailed tribal records of 1 Chronicles reflects the importance that ancient Israel placed on family lineage and tribal identity. The mention of Eder serves as part of the broader biblical documentation of Benjamin's descendants and their place in Israel's ancestral history.

Biography

Eder is mentioned briefly in 1Ch.8.15 as one of the sons of Beriah, a descendant of Benjamin. He is listed along with his brothers Zebadiah and Arad.

The genealogy in 1 Chronicles 8 traces the lineage of the tribe of Benjamin, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. Benjamin was the youngest son of Israel (or 'Jacob') and Rachel, and his descendants settled in the region allotted to them in the Promised Land.

Eder and his brothers are mentioned in the context of the descendants of Elpaal, who is identified as one of the sons of Shaharaim (1Ch.8.12). The genealogy then proceeds to list the sons of Beriah, including Eder.

The mention of Eder in this genealogy serves to highlight the importance of family lineage and tribal identity in ancient Israelite society. It also demonstrates the detailed record-keeping of the Chronicler, who sought to preserve the genealogical history of the tribes of Israel.

Apart from this brief mention, no further information is provided about Eder or his specific role within the tribe of Benjamin. His inclusion in the genealogy helps to establish the continuity of the Benjamite lineage and their connection to the larger history of Israel.

Family

In Scripture

1 biblical book
1 Chronicles 1 verse
  • 1 Chronicles 8:15

    "Zebadiah, Arad, Eder,"

Names & Aliases

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Named Hebrew עֶ֫דֶר