Gera גֵּרָא
Son of Ehud, a Benjamite.
Who is Gera in the Bible?
Gera was a son of Ehud, a Benjamite mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:7 as part of the genealogical record of the tribe of Benjamin. According to this passage, Gera was among those carried into exile, likely during the Babylonian captivity of the sixth century BC. Some scholars note that the name appears twice in the verse and suggest "Heglam" may be an alternative name for Gera or possibly a scribal variation. As a descendant of Ehud living during the divided monarchy, Gera's inclusion in the exile record connects him to the fall of the southern kingdom of Judah and the dispersal of the Benjamite tribe.
Biography
Gera (or Heglam) is mentioned in 1Ch.8.7 as one of the sons of Ehud, a Benjamite. The name "Gera" is mentioned twice in this verse, which has led some scholars to suggest that "Heglam" may be an alternative name for Gera or a scribal error. The context of this passage is the genealogy of Benjamin, with a focus on the descendants of Ehud. The verse states that Ehud's sons, including Gera (or Heglam), were among those who were carried into exile, likely referring to the Babylonian captivity in the 6th century BC. This detail suggests that Gera (or Heglam) lived during the time of the divided monarchy and witnessed the fall of the southern kingdom of Judah.
Family
Siblings
- Naaman Tribe of BenjaminSon of EhudA descendant of Benjamin, son of Ehud.View full profile →
- Ahijah MaleDavid's warriorOne of David's mighty men, the PeloniteView full profile →
- Uzza Tribe of BenjaminSon of EhudBenjamite exile born in MoabView full profile →
- Ahihud Tribe of BenjaminSon of EhudSon of Ehud, from the tribe of BenjaminView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 8:7
"Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera, who carried them into exile and who was the father of Uzza and Ahihud."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Transliteration | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | גֵּרָא | — | — |
| Named | Hebrew | הֶגְלָם | galah | to denude (especially in a disgraceful sense); by implication, to exile (captives being usually stripped); figuratively, to reveal |