Leader of the tribe of Naphtali during the Exodus
Ahira
Named in 5 verses of Numbers, first in Numbers 1:15.
אֲחִירַעAhira
The name means “brother of iniquity; brother of the shepherd.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- Father
- Enan
- People
- Tribe of Naphtali
About Ahira Written by AI
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. (Numbers 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. (Numbers 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. (Numbers 7:78) 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. (Numbers 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.
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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).
M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.
Where the Bible names him
- Numbers 1:15
and from Naphtali, Ahira son of Enan.”
- Numbers 2:29
Next will be the tribe of Naphtali. The leader of the Naphtalites is Ahira son of Enan,
- Numbers 7:78
On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, the leader of the Naphtalites, drew near.
- Numbers 7:83
and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Ahira son of Enan.
- Numbers 10:27
and Ahira son of Enan was over the division of the tribe of Naphtali.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.