Descendant of Asher, son of Zophah.
Ithran
Named in 2 verses of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 7:37.
יִתְרָןIthran
יֶ֫תֶרJether
Also called Jether.
The name means “remaining; searching out diligently.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- Father
- Zophah
- People
- Tribe of Asher
About Ithran Written by AI
Ithran, also known as Jether, is mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Asher in 1 Chronicles 7:37 to 38. He is listed as the son of Zophah and a descendant of Asher, one of the twelve sons of Israel (or 'Jacob'). The genealogy in 1Chronicles 7 traces the lineage of Asher and his descendants, demonstrating the continuity of the tribe and its place within the nation of Israel. Ithran's mention helps to establish the family connections and the preservation of the Asherite lineage. No other information is provided about Ithran's life, occupation, or role within the tribe. The variation in his name between Ithran and Jether may reflect differences in pronunciation or transcription over time. His inclusion in the genealogy serves to highlight the importance of family records and the preservation of tribal heritage among the Israelites.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
Where the Bible names him
- 1 Chronicles 7:37
Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.
- 1 Chronicles 7:38
The sons of Jether: Jephunneh, Pispa, and Ara.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.