Uri was the father of Bezalel, the skilled craftsman chosen by God to construct the tabernacle and its furnishings.
Uri, the son of Hur from the tribe of Judah, is mentioned in Exo.31.2, 35:30, and Exo.38.22, as well as 1Ch.2.20, as the father of Bezalel. Bezalel was the skilled craftsman chosen by God and filled with the Spirit of God to construct the tabernacle and its furnishings, including the ark of the covenant. Uri's grandson, Bezalel, is also mentioned in the genealogy of Judah in 1Ch.2.20, emphasizing the family's important role in the construction of the tabernacle. Apart from being the father of Bezalel, no other details are provided about Uri's life or his own role in the community.
5 verses in 3 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H0221