Numbers 26:46
Numbers 26:46 in Multiple Translations
And the name of Asher’s daughter was Serah.
And the name of the daughter of Asher was Sarah.
And the name of the daughter of Asher was Serah.
And the name of the daughter of Asher was Serah.
The name of Asher's daughter was Serah.
And the name of the daughter of Asher was Sarah.
And the name of the daughter of Asher [is] Sarah.
The name of the daughter of Asher was Serah.
And the name of the daughter of Asher was Sarah.
And the name of the daughter of Aser, was Sara.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 26:46
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Numbers 26:46 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/שֵׁ֥ם
בַּת
אָשֵׁ֖ר
שָֽׂרַח
וְ/שֵׁ֥ם
shêm
H8034
name
Conj | N-ms
בַּת
bath
H1323
Bath (Shua)
N-fs
אָשֵׁ֖ר
ʼÂshêr
H836
Asher
N-proper
שָֽׂרַח
Serach
H8294
Serah
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 26:46
וְ/שֵׁ֥ם
shêm
H8034
"name"
Conj | N-ms
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
בַּת
bath
H1323
"Bath (Shua)"
N-fs
The Hebrew word for daughter is used to describe a female child or a woman, and can also be used figuratively. In the Bible, it is used to describe women like Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah and later of King David.
Definition: A woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.38.2; daughter of: Shua (H7770); married to Judah (H3063); mother of: Er (H6147), Onan (H0209) and Shelah (H7956) the wife of Uriah whom David had murdered, having had adulterous relations with her; subsequently wife of David and mother of Solomon, Shimea, Shobab, and Nathan (alternate spelling to 'Bathsheba')
Usage: Occurs in 498 OT verses. KJV: apple (of the eye), branch, company, daughter, [idiom] first, [idiom] old, [phrase] owl, town, village. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 2:21; Ruth 1:13.
אָשֵׁ֖ר
ʼÂshêr
H836
"Asher"
N-proper
Asher was the eighth son of Jacob and one of the twelve tribes of Israel, mentioned in Genesis 30:13. The tribe of Asher was known for its happy and blessed people. Asher is also the name of a region in Palestine.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Asher living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.30.13; son of: Israel (H3478) and Zilpah (H2153); brother of: Gad (H1410); half-brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Imnah (H3232), Ishvah (H3438), Ishvi (H3440), Beriah (H1283) and Serah (H8294); also translated "pine" or "cypress wood" at Ezk.27.6(?); Ashurite at 2Sa.2.9(?); § Asher = "happy" 1) son of Jacob and Zilpah 2) the tribe descended from Asher 3) a city east of Shechem in Manasseh
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: Asher See also: Genesis 30:13; Joshua 17:11; Ezekiel 48:34.
שָֽׂרַח
Serach
H8294
"Serah"
N-proper
Serach was a woman from the tribe of Asher, mentioned in Genesis 46:17. Her name means the prince breathed, and she was the daughter of Asher and sister of Imnah and others.
Definition: A woman of the tribe of Asher living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.17; daughter of: Asher (H0836); sister of: Imnah (H3232), Ishvah (H3438), Ishvi (H3440) and Beriah (H1283) § Serah = "the prince breathed" 1) daughter of Asher 1a) also 'Sarah'
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Sarah, Serah. See also: Genesis 46:17; Numbers 26:46; 1 Chronicles 7:30.
Study Notes — Numbers 26:46
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Context — The Tribe of Asher
44These were the descendants of Asher by their clans: The Imnite clan from Imnah, the Ishvite clan from Ishvi, and the Beriite clan from Beriah.
45And these were the descendants of Beriah: the Heberite clan from Heber and the Malchielite clan from Malchiel.
46And the name of Asher’s daughter was Serah.
47These were the clans of Asher, and their registration numbered 53,400. 48These were the descendants of Naphtali by their clans: The Jahzeelite clan from Jahzeel, the Gunite clan from Guni,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genesis 46:17 | The children of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah. The sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel. |
Numbers 26:46 Summary
The verse Numbers 26:46 tells us about Serah, who was the daughter of Asher. This shows that women were important in the families of the Bible, just like it says in Proverbs 31:10-31 about the virtues of a godly woman. The mention of Serah reminds us that everyone, regardless of gender, has a significant role in the family and community, as seen in the story of the daughters of Zelophehad in Numbers 27:1-11. By recognizing Serah's place in the genealogy, we can appreciate the value God places on all individuals within the family.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Serah in the Bible?
Serah was the daughter of Asher, as mentioned in Numbers 26:46, and is also listed in Genesis 46:17 as part of the family of Asher that went to Egypt with Jacob.
What is the significance of Serah's mention in the genealogy of Asher?
The mention of Serah in Numbers 26:46 highlights the importance of women in the biblical genealogies, as seen in other instances like the daughters of Zelophehad in Numbers 27:1-11, showing that women played a vital role in the family lines and inheritances.
How does Serah's presence reflect the value of women in biblical times?
The inclusion of Serah's name in the genealogy suggests that women were valued and recognized for their place within the family and community, as supported by verses like Psalm 128:3, which speaks of the blessedness of the family.
Are there any other biblical references to Serah?
Serah is also mentioned in 1 Chronicles 7:30, which further emphasizes her place in the genealogy of the tribe of Asher, reinforcing the importance of her family line in the biblical narrative.
Reflection Questions
- What does the mention of Serah as Asher's daughter reveal about the biblical view of family and inheritance?
- How does reflecting on Serah's place in the genealogy of Asher encourage me to appreciate the women in my own family line?
- In what ways can I apply the biblical value of recognizing and honoring the contributions of all family members, regardless of gender, in my own community?
- What does the presence of women like Serah in the biblical genealogies teach me about God's perspective on the role of women in society?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 26:46
[See comments on Numbers 26:44]
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 26:46
And the name of the daughter of Asher was Sarah. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 26:46
Who seems to be here mentioned because she was a woman of masculine wisdom, or courage, or other virtue.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 26:46
5–51. The twelve secular tribes are numbered, the sacred tribe of Levi being omitted. The names are based upon Genesis 46:8-27, but with the addition of Ephraim and Manasseh, who, having been born in Egypt, could not be reckoned in Gen. among those who went down into Egypt. The total number at the first census, thirty-eight years before (ch. 1) was 603,550; now it Isaiah 601,730. The order of the tribes is the same, except that Manasseh (Numbers 26:29-34) precedes Ephraim (Numbers 26:35-37). Reuben, Simeon, Gad, Ephraim and Naphtali have decreased in numbers, while the other seven have increased. The impossibility of the figures is shewn in note on Numbers 1:46.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 26:46
44-47. The children of Asher — This passage agrees with Genesis 46:17 and 1 Chronicles 7:30, except that Ishua, not being a founder, is dropped.