Asherites
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Asherites in the Bible?
The descendants of Asher, Jacob's eighth son. They were a tribe in ancient Israel.
SIGNIFICANCE
The Asherites are significant as one of the 12 tribes of Israel and their inclusion in the biblical narrative.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Asherites reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Asherites in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Asherites clarify?
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Asherites." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/asherites/