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Ahira

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head of the tribe of Naphtali during the census (NUM 1:15)

Lineage: Enan › Ahira

Names
  • en Ahira
    brother of iniquity; brother of the shepherd
  • en Ahira · Also called · H299 none · NUM 1:15
    [my] brother is my friend or my brother is evil
  • he אֲחִירַ֖ע achiyra · H299 · NUM 1:15
    [my] brother is my friend or my brother is evil
  • he אֲחִירַע · H0299
  • el Αχιρε Axire · none · NUM 1:15
  • bg Ахира

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  • Father: Enan
  • Mother: Unknown
Ahira Summary STEPBible TIPNR

Ahira, son of Enan, was the leader of the tribe of Naphtali during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness.

Ahira Article STEPBible TIPNR

Ahira, the son of Enan, was a prominent leader of the tribe of Naphtali during the Israelites' exodus from Egypt and their subsequent journey through the wilderness. He was appointed by God as the head of his tribe and played a significant role in the organization and leadership of the Israelite community. (Num 1:15)

In the arrangement of the Israelite camp, Ahira and the tribe of Naphtali were positioned on the north side of the tabernacle, along with the tribes of Dan and Asher. (Num 2:29).

As a tribal leader, Ahira was responsible for presenting the offerings of the tribe of Naphtali during the dedication of the altar. He brought his offering on the twelfth day, which included various silver and gold utensils, as well as animals for sacrifices. (Num.7.78,83)

When the Israelites set out from Mount Sinai, Ahira and the tribe of Naphtali were part of the rearguard, marching last among the tribal divisions. (Num 10:27)

Throughout the wilderness journey, Ahira would have played a crucial role in leading his tribe, ensuring their obedience to God's commands, and representing their interests before Moses and the other tribal leaders. However, no further specific details about his life or leadership are recorded in the biblical text.

Ahira Dictionary Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)

Brother of evil = unlucky, or my brother is friend, chief of the tribe of Naphtali at the Exodus (Num. 1:15; 2:29).

Sources: BibleData (CC BY 4.0, Ahira_1) · STEPBible TIPNR (CC BY 4.0, Ahira@Num.1.15-) · Theographic Bible Metadata (CC BY-SA 4.0, ahira_157)

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