Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Ithran (or Jether) was a descendant of Asher, the son of Zophah.
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Also known as Jether
Ithran, also known as Jether, is mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Asher in 1Ch.7.37-38. 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.
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2 verses in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H3506
Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.
The sons of Jether: Jephunneh, Pispa, and Ara.
Names, family links and references: STEPBible TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Short descriptions were drafted with AI assistance by STEPBible. Family links follow STEPBible’s scholarly decisions where genealogies are ambiguous.