Er
Smith’s Bible Dictionary (1863)
(watchful).
• First-born of Judah. Er “was wicked in the sight of the Lord; and the Lord slew him.” (Genesis 38:3-7; Numbers 26:19)
• Descendant of Shelah the son of Judah. (1 Chronicles 4:21)
• Son of Jose and father of Elmodam. (Luke 3:28)
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