Eder
Smith’s Bible Dictionary (1863)
(a flock).
• One of the towns of Judah, in the extreme south, and on the borders of Edom. (Joshua 15:21) No trace of it has been discovered in modern times.
• A Levite of the family of Merari, in the time of David. (1 Chronicles 23:23; 24:30)
Easton’s Bible Dictionary (1897)
Flock. (1.) A city in the south of Judah, on the border of Idumea (Josh. 15:21).
(2.) The second of the three sons of Mushi, of the family of Merari, appointed to the Levitical office (1 Chr. 23:23; 24:30).
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