Ur אוּר
Father of one of David's mighty men
Who is Ur in the Bible?
Ur in the Bible refers to the father of Eliphal, one of David's mighty men, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 11:35. While Ur himself receives no detailed description in Scripture, he is identified solely through his son's prominence in David's elite military ranks. Eliphal's inclusion among the mighty men suggests the family's reputation for military skill and loyalty to King David. The reference to Ur serves primarily to establish genealogical connections within the warrior class that helped establish and defend David's kingdom during his reign.
Biography
Ur is mentioned briefly in 1Ch.11.35 as the father of Eliphal, one of David's mighty men. The mighty men were a group of skilled warriors who played a significant role in establishing and defending David's kingdom. Eliphal, son of Ur, is listed among these elite soldiers, suggesting that he was known for his military prowess and loyalty to King David. No other details are provided about Ur himself, as the focus is on his son's inclusion in the list of mighty men. The mention of Ur serves to identify Eliphal and highlight the family connections within David's military ranks.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 11:35
"Ahiam son of Sachar the Hararite, Eliphal son of Ur,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אוּר |