Old Testament
Jether
The name Jether refers to several distinct men, including Gideon's eldest son and a descendant of Judah.
The name Jether appears in several contexts, most notably as the eldest son of Gideon who was commanded to execute the kings of Midian. Other figures bearing this name include a descendant of Judah mentioned in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles and the father of Amasa, who was the commander of Absalom's army. These individuals represent different lineages and roles within the historical narrative of Israel.
In the text
- Verses
- 7
- Books
- 4
- First appears
- Judges 8:20
- Last appears
- 1 Chronicles 4:17
Where Jether appears
7 verses · 5 chaptersIn the same books
- Hushai13 versesA loyal friend and advisor to King David who acted as a double agent to thwart Absalom's rebellion.
- Bathsheba11 versesThe wife of Uriah the Hittite who became David's wife and the mother of King Solomon.
- Absalom85 versesThe third son of King David who led a violent rebellion to usurp his father's throne.
- Abner53 versesAbner was the commander of Saul's army and a key figure in the transition of power to David.
- Adonijah25 versesThe fourth son of David who attempted to seize the throne of Israel before Solomon was established as king.
- Zeruiah23 versesThe sister of King David and mother of his three prominent military commanders: Joab, Abishai, and Asahel.
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