Serah שֶׂ֫רַח, שָׂ֫רַח
Daughter of Asher, sister of Asher's sons
Who is Serah in the Bible?
Serah was the daughter of Asher, one of the twelve sons of Jacob, and is mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe of Asher found in Genesis 46:17, Numbers 26:46, and 1 Chronicles 7:30. She is consistently listed among Asher's sons in these biblical records, which is notable since most daughters are not named in Old Testament genealogies. While the Bible does not provide specific details about her life or accomplishments, her inclusion by name in multiple genealogical accounts suggests she held particular significance within her family and tribe. Her presence in these formal records indicates the biblical writer's intention to preserve her memory as part of Asher's household lineage.
Biography
Serah is mentioned in Gen.46.17, Num.26.46, and 1Ch.7.30 as the daughter of Asher, one of the sons of Israel (or 'Jacob'). In the genealogies of the tribe of Asher, Serah is consistently listed alongside Asher's sons, indicating her significance within the family. The fact that Serah is mentioned by name, while other daughters are not, suggests that she may have played a notable role or had a unique story associated with her. However, the biblical text does not provide any further details about her life or the reason for her inclusion in the genealogies.
Family
Siblings
- Imnah MaleFather of KoreA Levite during Hezekiah's reign.View full profile →
- Ishvah Tribe of AsherSon of AsherSon of Asher, grandson of Jacob.View full profile →
- Ishvi Tribe of AsherSon of AsherSon of Asher, grandson of Jacob.View full profile →
- Beriah Tribe of AsherSon of AsherSon of Asher and head of a clanView full profile →
In Scripture
3 biblical books ; 1 with study contentGenesis 1 verse
- Genesis 46:17
"The children of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah. The sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel."
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1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 7:30
"The children of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah."
Numbers 1 verse
- Numbers 26:46
"And the name of Asher’s daughter was Serah."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | שֶׂ֫רַח, שָׂ֫רַח |
| (same form as previous) | Hebrew | שֶׂ֫רַח, שָׂ֫רַח |