Tribe of Judah
People of the tribe of Judah, the royal tribe of David.
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Abiah
Wife of Hezron and mother of Ashhur the founder of Tekoa
A woman of the tribe of Judah who became the wife of Hezron and mother of Ashhur during the Egyptian sojourn.
Abigail, Sister of David
Sister of King David and mother of the general Amasa
Abigail was a daughter of Nahash or Jesse, a sister to King David, and the mother of Amasa, the commander of Absalom's rebel army.
Abihail, Mother of Mahalath
Mother of Mahalath and niece of King David who married Jerimoth
A woman of the tribe of Judah and the daughter of Eliab, notable for her position within the royal lineage of King David and as a wife of Jerimoth.
Abihail, Wife of Abishur
Wife of Abishur and mother of Ahban and Molid in the genealogy of Judah
Abihail was a woman of the tribe of Judah who married Abishur and became the mother of Ahban and Molid during the period of the Divided Monarchy.
Abijah, King of Judah
King of Judah who defeated Jeroboam I and defended the Davidic covenant
The second king of the Southern Kingdom of Judah who famously defeated Jeroboam I on Mount Zemaraim to reclaim territory for the Davidic line.
Abinadab, Son of Jesse
second son of Jesse who was passed over for kingship in favor of David
The second-born son of Jesse and elder brother of King David who served in the army of King Saul during the Philistine wars.
Abishai
Military commander and nephew of David who served as chief of the Three and killed three hundred men in one battle
A high-ranking military commander and nephew of King David, known for his fierce loyalty, battlefield prowess, and leadership during the United Monarchy.
Abishur
Patriarch of the Jerahmeelite line in Judah
A member of the tribe of Judah who was the son of Shammai and the husband of Abihail, known primarily for his inclusion in the post-exilic genealogical records of the Divided Monarchy period.
Abiud
Descendant of Zerubbabel in the genealogy of Jesus Christ
Abiud was a descendant of King David and a member of the post-exilic royal line of Judah, appearing in the genealogy of Jesus Christ.
Absalom
Prince of Israel who led a major rebellion against his father King David
The third son of King David, Absalom was a charismatic prince who staged a major rebellion against his father and was ultimately killed in battle by Joab.
Achan
Patriarch whose theft of Jericho's spoils led to Israel's defeat at Ai
A member of the Tribe of Judah whose violation of the ban on spoils at Jericho brought divine judgment and military defeat upon the nation of Israel.
Achim
Ancestor of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew
Achim was a descendant of King David and an ancestor of Jesus Christ, listed in the post-exilic portion of the genealogy in the Gospel of Matthew.
Achsah, Daughter of Caleb
Daughter of Caleb who requested and received springs of water from her father
Achsah was the daughter of the prominent leader Caleb and the wife of Othniel, the first Judge of Israel.
Achsah, Daughter of Caleb ben Hezron
Daughter of Caleb ben Hezron listed in the genealogies of Judah
A daughter of Caleb, son of Hezron, belonging to the tribe of Judah during the period of the Egyptian sojourn and the wilderness wanderings.
Adaiah, son of Joiarib
Judean leader of the Shelanite clan who settled in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile
A Judean descendant of Shelah who lived in Jerusalem following the Babylonian exile during the rebuilding era of Nehemiah.
Addi
Ancestor of Jesus Christ in the Gospel of Luke
A descendant of David in the tribe of Judah, listed as an ancestor of Jesus Christ in the genealogy provided by the Gospel of Luke.
Adonijah, Son of David
Prince who attempted to usurp the throne of King David before Solomon's coronation
The fourth son of King David, Adonijah attempted to seize the throne of Israel during his father's final days, ultimately failing and meeting his execution under King Solomon.
Aharhel
Judean clan leader and son of Harum recorded in the genealogies of Judah
Aharhel was a descendant of the tribe of Judah, recognized in the biblical genealogies as a son of Harum and the head of various Judean clans during the Divided Monarchy period.
Ahaz, King of Judah
King of Judah who practiced child sacrifice and replaced the Temple altar with a pagan design
The twelfth king of Judah, known for his catastrophic alliance with Assyria, widespread idolatry, and the desecration of the Temple in Jerusalem during the Divided Monarchy.
Ahaziah, King of Judah
King of Judah who was killed by Jehu during the purge of the house of Ahab
Ahaziah was the sixth king of Judah whose brief one-year reign was defined by his alliance with the house of Ahab and his violent death during Jehu’s purge of Israel.
Ahban
Son of Abishur and Abihail recorded in the genealogies of Judah
Ahban was a member of the Tribe of Judah and the son of Abishur and Abihail during the Divided Monarchy period.
Ahijah, Son of Jerahmeel
Son of Jerahmeel mentioned in the genealogies of Judah
A descendant of the tribe of Judah and the house of Hezron during the era of the United Monarchy.
Ahikam
Official who protected the prophet Jeremiah from execution
A high-ranking Judean official under King Josiah and a protector of the prophet Jeremiah during a period of intense religious reform and political turmoil.
Ahlai, Daughter of Sheshan
Daughter of Sheshan whose marriage preserved her father's lineage
A woman of the tribe of Judah whose lineage preserved her father Sheshan’s inheritance through her marriage to an Egyptian servant.
Ahumai
Clan leader of the Zorathites and descendant of Judah through Shobal
Ahumai was a descendant of Judah through the line of Shobal and a foundational ancestor of the Zorathite clans.
Ahuzzam
Son of Ashhur and Naarah of the tribe of Judah
A member of the tribe of Judah and the firstborn son of Ashhur and Naarah during the era of the Divided Monarchy.
Akkub, Son of Elioenai
Son of Elioenai and member of the Davidic royal lineage in the tribe of Judah
A member of the royal Davidic line of Judah during the Divided Monarchy and a son of Elioenai.
Alexander
Jewish spokesman who was shouted down by a riotous mob in the Ephesian theater
A Jewish spokesman in Ephesus who attempted to defend the Jewish community during the riotous demonstrations against the Apostle Paul and his companions.
Alphaeus
Father of James the Less and possibly Matthew the tax collector
Alphaeus was a 1st-century Jewish man from the tribe of Judah, best known as the father of James the Apostle and possibly the father of Matthew the tax collector.
Amaziah, King of Judah
King of Judah who defeated Edom but lost to Israel after turning to idolatry
The ninth king of the southern Kingdom of Judah who conquered the Edomites but was later defeated and captured by King Jehoash of Israel after falling into idolatry.
Ammihud, Father of Uthai
Father of Uthai and a member of the tribe of Judah listed among the post-exilic genealogies
A member of the tribe of Judah whose descendants were among the first to resettle Jerusalem following the Babylonian exile.
Amminadab, Prince of Judah in the Exodus
Ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ whose daughter married Aaron
A prominent leader of the tribe of Judah during the Egyptian sojourn and the father of the high priestess Elisheba and the tribal chieftain Nahshon.
Ammizabad
Military commander who led the third division of King David's army under his father Benaiah
A high-ranking military officer in King David's army who served as the commander of a division under his father, Benaiah.
Amnon, Firstborn Son of David
Firstborn son of David who violated his half-sister Tamar and was later murdered by Absalom
The firstborn son of King David, Amnon is primarily known for the violation of his half-sister Tamar, an act that triggered a bloody cycle of revenge within the royal family.
Amnon, Son of Shimon
Son of Shimon and a descendant of the tribe of Judah
Amnon was a descendant of the tribe of Judah, listed among the sons of Shimon in the genealogical records of the Chronicles.
Amon, King of Judah
King of Judah who was assassinated by his servants after a two-year reign of idolatry
The fifteenth king of Judah whose brief, two-year reign was marked by extreme idolatry and ended in his assassination by his own officials.
Amos, Ancestor of Jesus
Judean ancestor of Jesus Christ listed in the Lucan genealogy
A member of the Tribe of Judah identified in the Gospel of Luke as a direct paternal ancestor of Jesus Christ.
Amoz
Father of the prophet Isaiah
The father of the prophet Isaiah, serving as a vital genealogical identifier for the prophet during the era of the Divided Monarchy in Judah.
An Unnamed Ancestor in Jesus' Genealogy
Ancestor of Joseph in the genealogy of Jesus recorded by Matthew
An unnamed biological link in the legal lineage of Jesus Christ, connecting the generation of Matthan to that of Jacob.
An Unnamed Son of Jacob in Jesus' Genealogy
father of Joseph and son of Jacob in the genealogy of Jesus
A member of the tribe of Judah mentioned in the Matthean genealogy as the son of Jacob and the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary.
Anani
Son of Elioenai and member of the Davidic royal lineage
A descendant of King David and one of the seven sons of Elioenai, listed in the post-exilic royal genealogy of Judah.
Anub
Judean descendant of Koz recorded in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles
Anub was a descendant of Judah through the line of Koz during the era of the Divided Monarchy.
Appaim
Son of Nadab whose lineage continued the family line after his brother died childless
A descendant of Judah through the line of Jerahmeel and a link in the genealogical preservation of the tribe's southern clans.
Ardon
Son of Caleb and Azubah mentioned in the genealogies of Judah
A descendant of Judah through the line of Caleb and a member of the generation that experienced the transition from the Egyptian sojourn to the wilderness wanderings.
Arnan
Descendant of David and grandson of Zerubbabel mentioned in the genealogies of Judah
A descendant of King David through the line of Zerubbabel, mentioned in the genealogical records of the Tribe of Judah.
Asa, King of Judah
King of Judah who removed idols and defeated the million-man Cushite army
The third king of the Kingdom of Judah who initiated significant religious reforms and reigned for forty-one years during the Divided Monarchy.
Asahel, Brother of Joab
Nephew of David and one of 'The Thirty' known for his incredible speed
A renowned warrior and nephew of King David known for his incredible speed, who served as a commander in David's army before being killed by Abner.
Asaph, Father of Joah the Recorder
Father of Joah the recorder during the reign of King Hezekiah
Asaph was a high-ranking official's father during the reign of King Hezekiah, whose lineage was recorded amidst the Assyrian siege of Jerusalem.
Asarel
Son of Jehallelel listed in the genealogies of Judah
A member of the tribe of Judah and the fourth named son of Jehallelel within the genealogical records of the Divided Monarchy period.
Ashhur
Patriarch of the tribe of Judah and the founder of the city of Tekoa
Ashhur was a descendant of Judah through Hezron and the recognized founder of the settlement of Tekoa, distinguished by his large family and dual lineage.
The Assassins
Militant Jewish group that utilized hidden daggers for political assassinations in first-century Judea
A militant Jewish insurrectionist group, specifically the Sicarii, known for their violent opposition to Roman rule and the assassination of high-ranking collaborators.
Atarah
Wife of Jerahmeel and mother of Onam
Atarah was a wife of Jerahmeel and the mother of Onam within the genealogical records of the Tribe of Judah during the United Monarchy.
Attai, Grandson of Sheshan
Son of Jarha who continued the lineage of Sheshan
Attai was a descendant of Judah through the line of Hezron, born from the union of an Egyptian servant and his Hebrew master's daughter.
Attai, Son of Rehoboam
Prince of Judah and son of King Rehoboam and Maacah
Attai was a prince of the Kingdom of Judah, the son of King Rehoboam and his favorite queen, Maacah.
Azariah, Companion of Daniel
Youth who survived the fiery furnace with Shadrach and Meshach
A noble youth of Judah taken into Babylonian captivity who survived the fiery furnace after refusing to worship Nebuchadnezzar’s golden image.
Azariah, Son of Ethan
Son of Ethan and descendant of Zerah in the genealogies of Judah
A descendant of Judah through the line of Zerah and the son of Ethan, recorded in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles.
Azariah, Son of Jehoshaphat
Prince of Judah and son of Jehoshaphat who was murdered by his brother King Jehoram
A prince of Judah and son of King Jehoshaphat, Azariah was one of several brothers murdered by Jehoram during a bloody consolidation of the Judean throne.
Azariah, Son of Jehu
Descendant of Jerahmeel whose lineage is recorded in 1 Chronicles
Azariah, son of Jehu, was a descendant of Jerahmeel and a member of the tribe of Judah whose lineage is preserved in the genealogical records of the Divided Monarchy.
Azariahu
Prince of Judah and son of Jehoshaphat who was murdered by his brother King Jehoram
A prince of Judah and son of King Jehoshaphat who was tragically executed by his brother, King Jehoram, during the Divided Monarchy.
Azor
ancestor of Jesus Christ listed in the Gospel of Matthew
Azor was a descendant of King David and a significant link in the messianic lineage of Jesus Christ, recorded in the Gospel of Matthew.
Azrikam, Son of Neariah
Son of Neariah listed in the royal genealogy of Judah
Azrikam was a descendant of the royal line of David through the tribe of Judah, identified as one of the three sons of Neariah in the genealogical records of the Divided Monarchy.
Azubah, Mother of Jehoshaphat
Queen Mother of Judah and mother of King Jehoshaphat
The Queen Mother of Judah during the 9th century BC, wife of King Asa and mother of the reformer King Jehoshaphat.
Azubah, Wife of Caleb
Wife of Caleb son of Hezron who bore three sons and whose death led to Caleb's marriage to Ephrath
The first wife of Caleb son of Hezron and the mother of Jesher, Shobab, and Ardon during the period of the Divided Monarchy's ancestral lineage.
Baanah, Father of Heled
father of Heled, one of King David's elite 'Mighty Men'
A Netophathite from the tribe of Judah whose son, Heled, served as one of King David’s elite warriors and military commanders.
Bani, Ancestor of a Post-Exilic Clan
Patriarch whose hundreds of descendants returned from the Babylonian Exile
A patriarch whose descendants returned to Jerusalem from the Babylonian exile during the restoration under Zerubbabel and Ezra.
Bani, Judahite of the Return
Ancestor of Uthai and a descendant of Perez within the tribe of Judah
A descendant of Perez from the tribe of Judah whose lineage was among the first to re-inhabit Jerusalem following the Babylonian exile.
Bariah
Descendant of David listed in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles
A descendant of King David through the line of Jeconiah and a son of Shemaiah within the tribe of Judah.
Basemath
Daughter of Solomon who married the governor of Naphtali
Basemath was a daughter of King Solomon and the wife of Ahimaaz, one of the twelve district governors in the United Monarchy.
Ben-hanan
Descendant of Judah and son of Shimon recorded in the genealogies of Chronicles
Ben-hanan was a descendant of the tribe of Judah, listed among the sons of Shimon in the genealogical records of the Divided Monarchy.
Ben-zoheth
Descendant of Ishi within the tribe of Judah
A descendant of the tribe of Judah mentioned in the genealogical records of the Divided Monarchy period.
Benaiah, Son of Jehoiada
Commander of David's bodyguard who killed a lion in a pit and became Solomon's army chief
A mighty man of valor who served as the commander of King David's elite bodyguard and eventually became the commander-in-chief of King Solomon's army.
Berechiah, Son of Zerubbabel
Son of Zerubbabel and member of the Davidic royal lineage
A descendant of the Davidic line and the third of five sons born to Zerubbabel, the governor of Judah.
Beth-rapha
Son of Eshton and member of the tribe of Judah listed in the genealogies of Chronicles
A member of the tribe of Judah and a descendant of Chelub, identified as the son of Eshton within the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles.
Bezalel, Artisan of the Tabernacle
Craftsman filled with the Spirit of God who built the Ark of the Covenant and the Tabernacle
The master craftsman chosen by God to design and construct the Tabernacle, its sacred furniture, and the Ark of the Covenant during the Israelite wilderness wanderings.
Boaz
Kinsman-redeemer who married Ruth and became the great-grandfather of King David
A prominent landowner from Bethlehem and a kinsman-redeemer who married Ruth, becoming a pivotal ancestor in the Davidic line and the genealogy of Jesus Christ.
Bunah
Son of Jerahmeel within the Tribe of Judah's genealogy
Bunah was a member of the Tribe of Judah and a son of Jerahmeel, documented within the genealogical records of the United Monarchy period.
Calcol, Grandson of Zerah
grandson of Judah and one of the five sons of Zerah
A descendant of Judah through the line of Zerah, identified as one of the five sons of Zerah in the genealogical records of the chronicler.
Calcol, Son of Mahol
Wise man of the United Monarchy compared to Solomon
Calcol, a son of Mahol from the tribe of Judah, was a man renowned throughout the United Monarchy for his exceptional wisdom and intellectual prowess.
Caleb son of Jephunneh
Spy who gave a faithful report of Canaan and later conquered Hebron
One of the twelve spies sent by Moses to Canaan, distinguished by his wholehearted faith and courage in claiming his inheritance at Hebron.
Caleb, Son of Hezron
Tribal patriarch of Judah and son of Hezron whose extensive genealogy is recorded in 1 Chronicles
A prominent descendant of Judah and son of Hezron, Caleb was a foundational figure in the genealogical expansion of the Tribe of Judah during the Egyptian and wilderness eras.
Carmi, Father of Achan
father of Achan who was identified during the inquiry regarding the sin at Jericho
A member of the tribe of Judah and the father of Achan, noted in the biblical record as a link in the genealogy leading to the crisis at Jericho.
Chelub, Brother of Shuhah
Judean ancestor and brother of Shuhah mentioned in the genealogies of Chronicles
A descendant of Judah through the clan of Caleb, known for being the brother of Shuhah and the father of Mehir during the Divided Monarchy.
Chileab
Second son of King David and Abigail
Chileab was the second son of King David, born in Hebron to Abigail the widow of Nabal of Carmel during the United Monarchy.
Chilion
Son of Naomi and husband of Orpah who died in Moab
Chilion was a man of the tribe of Judah who migrated to Moab during a famine and became the husband of Orpah.
Col-hozeh, Father of Baruch
Judean ancestor of Maaseiah mentioned in the post-exilic records of Jerusalem
Col-hozeh was a member of the Tribe of Judah and an ancestor of Maaseiah, a leader who resettled in Jerusalem during the Post-Exilic Period.
Cosam
Ancestor of Jesus Christ listed in the genealogy of Luke
Cosam was a descendant of King David through the line of Nathan and an ancestor of Jesus Christ according to the Lucan genealogy.
Daniel, Prophet of the Exile
Prophet who survived the lions' den and interpreted the handwriting on the wall
A Judean exile who rose to high office in Babylon and Persia, known for his uncompromising faith, wisdom, and prophetic visions concerning the rise and fall of world empires.
Dara
Son of Zerah and grandson of Judah
Dara was a descendant of Judah through the line of Zerah, recognized as one of five brothers noted for their lineage in the early post-Exilic genealogical records.
Darda
Sage of Judah renowned for wisdom surpassed only by Solomon
Darda was a man of the tribe of Judah during the United Monarchy, renowned for his exceptional wisdom and intellect, second only to King Solomon.
David
King of Israel who defeated Goliath and established the Davidic dynasty
The second king of the United Monarchy of Israel, a shepherd-warrior and psalmist known as a man after God's own heart.
Delaiah, Son of Elioenai
Son of Elioenai and descendant of the Davidic line in the tribe of Judah
A descendant of the Davidic royal line through the tribe of Judah, Delaiah was one of the seven sons of Elioenai listed in the post-exilic genealogies of 1 Chronicles.
Eker
Son of Ram in the genealogy of the Tribe of Judah
A descendant of Judah through the line of Jerahmeel, identified as the son of Ram in the genealogical records of the Divided Monarchy period.
Elah, Son of Caleb
Son of the famous Israelite spy Caleb and father of Kenaz
A descendant of Judah and son of the famous spy Caleb who established a lineage within the patriarchal structure of Israel.
Eleasah, Descendant of Judah
Judean descendant of Jerahmeel whose lineage is recorded in 1 Chronicles
A member of the Tribe of Judah through the line of Jerahmeel, whose genealogy is preserved in the chronicles of the Divided Monarchy.
Eleazar, Son of Eliud
Ancestor of Jesus Christ in the genealogy of Matthew
Eleazar was a member of the royal lineage of King David and an ancestor of Jesus Christ, appearing in the genealogy of Matthew.
Eliab, Brother of David
Eldest brother of King David who was passed over for the kingship despite his height and appearance
Eliab was the firstborn son of Jesse of Bethlehem and the eldest brother of King David, known for his imposing stature and service in King Saul's army.
Eliada, Son of David
son of King David born in Jerusalem during the United Monarchy
Eliada was a son of King David born in Jerusalem, listed among the children of the United Monarchy period.
Eliakim, Son of Abiud
Ancestor of Jesus Christ mentioned in the Gospel of Matthew
A member of the royal tribe of Judah who appears in the lineage of Jesus Christ, connecting the post-exilic line of Zerubbabel to the birth of the Messiah.
Eliakim, Son of Melea
ancestor of Jesus Christ listed in the Gospel of Luke
Eliakim, son of Melea, was a member of the Tribe of Judah listed within the biological lineage of Jesus Christ as recorded in the Gospel of Luke.
Eliashib, Son of Elioenai
Son of Elioenai and member of the Davidic royal lineage
Eliashib was a descendant of the royal line of Judah and the son of Elioenai, mentioned in the genealogical records of the Davidic dynasty.
Eliezer, Ancestor of Jesus
ancestor of Jesus Christ appearing in the genealogy of Luke
A member of the tribe of Judah and an ancestor of Jesus Christ, listed in the Lucan genealogy between Jorim and Joshua.
Elihu, Brother of David
brother of King David and tribal leader of Judah
A son of Jesse and brother of King David who served as the tribal leader of Judah during the United Monarchy.
Elimelech
Patriarchal head of the family in the Book of Ruth who moved from Bethlehem to Moab
A man of Bethlehem in Judah who moved his family to Moab during a famine, serving as the patriarchal head of the family featured in the Book of Ruth.
Elioenai, Son of Neariah
Descendant of King David and father of seven sons in the tribe of Judah
A descendant of King David through the line of Zerubbabel, known for his large family of seven sons during the era of the Divided Monarchy.
Eliphelet, Son of David
son of King David born in Jerusalem
Eliphelet was a son of King David, born in Jerusalem during the United Monarchy, and is listed among the royal children in the books of Samuel and Chronicles.
Elishama, Son of David
Son of King David born in Jerusalem
A son of King David born in Jerusalem during the United Monarchy and listed among the royal descendants in the books of Samuel and Chronicles.
Elishama, Son of Jekamiah
Descendant of the tribe of Judah listed in the genealogy of 1 Chronicles 2
A member of the tribe of Judah recorded in the post-exilic genealogies as the son of Jekamiah.
Elisheba
Wife of Aaron and mother of the priestly line of Israel
The wife of Aaron the High Priest and a daughter of the tribe of Judah, Elisheba provided the genealogical link between the Levitical priesthood and the Davidic royal line.
Elishua
Son of King David born in Jerusalem
A son of King David born in Jerusalem during the early years of the United Monarchy.
Eliud
Ancestor of Jesus Christ in the genealogy provided by the Gospel of Matthew
Eliud was a descendant of King David and an ancestor of Jesus Christ, appearing in the post-exilic lineage recorded in the Gospel of Matthew.
Elmadam
ancestor of Jesus Christ listed in the Gospel of Luke
A descendant of Judah through the line of Nathan, listed in the genealogy of Jesus Christ recorded in the Gospel of Luke.
Elpelet
Son of King David born in Jerusalem during the United Monarchy
Elpelet was a son of King David, born in Jerusalem during the United Monarchy, and is listed among the royal children in the Davidic genealogies.
Ephah, Concubine of Caleb
Concubine of Caleb who mothered Haran, Moza, and Gazez
Ephah was a concubine of Caleb within the tribe of Judah who mothered three sons and contributed to the genealogical expansion of the Hezronite line.
Ephah, Son of Jahdai
Son of Jahdai within the tribe of Judah
Ephah was a member of the tribe of Judah mentioned in the genealogical records of Caleb, specifically listed as one of the six sons of Jahdai.
Ephai
Patriarch whose sons were military captains under Governor Gedaliah
A Netophathite of the tribe of Judah whose sons served as military leaders supporting Governor Gedaliah after the fall of Jerusalem.
Epher, son of Ezrah
son of Ezrah and member of the tribe of Judah recorded in the book of Chronicles
A descendant of Judah listed among the sons of Ezrah in the genealogical records of the Divided Monarchy.
Ephlal
Judean descendant mentioned in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles
A member of the tribe of Judah and a descendant of Hezron, Ephlal is identified in the biblical genealogies as the son of Zabad and the father of Obed.
Ephrathah
Matriarch of the Tribe of Judah and ancestor of the Ephrathite clan of Bethlehem
A matriarch of the Tribe of Judah, wife of Caleb and mother of Hur, whose lineage is inextricably linked to the founding of Bethlehem.
Er, Ancestor of Jesus
Ancestor of Jesus Christ listed in the Gospel of Luke
Er was a descendant of the tribe of Judah who appears in the Lucan genealogy as an ancestor of Jesus Christ.
Er, Firstborn of Judah
Judah's firstborn son who was put to death by God for his wickedness
Er was the eldest son of the patriarch Judah and the first husband of Tamar, who was struck down by God for his wickedness in the land of Canaan.