Boy Old Testament Known
Ahira
brother of iniquity; brother of the shepherd
אֲחִירַע a.chi.ra
Ahira (Hebrew: אֲחִירַע, a.chi.ra) means “brother of iniquity; brother of the shepherd”, by traditional interpretation. It appears in 5 verses across 1 book of the Bible. In 2024 it was given to 7 children in the United States. Appears in the same passages as Abidan.
The bearer in scripture
One person in scripture bears this name.
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Ahira
son of Enan
Scripture against society
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At a glance
- Verses
- 5 across 1 book
- Bearers
- 1 one person only
- Testament
- Old
- Era
- Exodus
Using it today
Based on 2024 births across the United States.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Given in 2024 | 7 | Steady |
| All-time total | 7 | Since records begin in 1880 |
| Peak | 7 in 2024 | Its highest year on record |
In scripture
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| First appears | Numbers 1:15 |
| Last appears | Numbers 10:27 |
| Cross-references | 26 linked passages |
Names connected to this one
- Enan co-occurrence Appears with Enan in Numbers 7.
- Naphtali co-occurrence Appears with Naphtali in Numbers 1.
- Abidan co-occurrence Appears in the same passages as Abidan.
- Ahiezer co-occurrence Appears in the same passages as Ahiezer.
- Deuel co-occurrence Appears in the same passages as Deuel.
- Eliab co-occurrence Appears in the same passages as Eliab.
- Ammishaddai co-occurrence Appears in the same passages as Ammishaddai.
- Eliasaph co-occurrence Appears in the same passages as Eliasaph.
Origin & meaning
A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.1.15;
son of: Enan (H5881)
§ Ahira = "my brother is evil"
a chief of Naphtali
Ahira, son of Enan, was the leader of the tribe of Naphtali during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness.
The biblical story
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.
Key verses
Ahira appears in 5 verses. Here are some of the most notable:
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Of Naphtali; Ahira the son of Enan.
Numbers 1:15 -
Then the tribe of Naphtali: and the captain of the children of Naphtali shall be Ahira the son of Enan.
Numbers 2:29 -
On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali, offered:
Numbers 7:78 -
And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Ahira the son of Enan.
Numbers 7:83 -
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Naphtali was Ahira the son of Enan.
Numbers 10:27
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Numbers (5)
- Numbers 1:15
- Numbers 2:29
- Numbers 7:78
- Numbers 7:83
- Numbers 10:27