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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Beerah</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/b/beerah.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/1_chronicles/5-6.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/b/beerah.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Beerah</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/naves/b/beera--son_of_zophah.htm" title="Beera: Son of Zophah">◄</a> Beerah <a href="/topical/b/be-er'ah.htm" title="Be-er'ah">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#smi" title="Smith's Bible Dictionary">Smith's</a> • <a href="#isb" title="International Standard Bible Encyclopedia">ISBE</a> • <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#heb" title="Strong's Hebrew Concordance">Hebrew</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>Beerah is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the genealogical records of the tribes of Israel. He is identified as a leader within the tribe of Reuben, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name "Beerah" is derived from the Hebrew word "בְּאֵרָא" (Be'erah), which can mean "well" or "fountain."<br><br><b>Biblical Reference:</b><br><br>Beerah is mentioned in <a href="/1_chronicles/5-6.htm">1 Chronicles 5:6</a>, which provides a brief account of his lineage and his role within the tribe of Reuben. The verse states:<br><br>"Beerah his son, whom Tiglath-Pileser king of Assyria carried into exile. He was a leader of the Reubenites." (<a href="/1_chronicles/5-6.htm">1 Chronicles 5:6</a>)<br><br>This passage situates Beerah during a tumultuous period in Israel's history, marked by the Assyrian conquest and the subsequent exile of many Israelites. Beerah's mention in this context highlights the impact of foreign powers on the tribes of Israel and the displacement experienced by the Reubenites.<br><br><b>Historical Context:</b><br><br>The tribe of Reuben, named after the firstborn son of Jacob and Leah, settled on the eastern side of the Jordan River. This location made them particularly vulnerable to invasions and incursions from neighboring nations. The Assyrian Empire, under the rule of Tiglath-Pileser III, was expanding its territory during the 8th century BC, and the tribes east of the Jordan, including Reuben, were among those affected by Assyrian aggression.<br><br>Beerah's capture and exile by Tiglath-Pileser III is indicative of the broader Assyrian strategy to subdue and control the region by deporting local leaders and populations. This strategy aimed to weaken the political and social structures of the conquered territories, thereby reducing the likelihood of rebellion.<br><br><b>Genealogical Significance:</b><br><br>The genealogical records in 1 Chronicles serve to preserve the heritage and identity of the Israelite tribes, even amidst the disruptions of exile and conquest. Beerah's inclusion in these records underscores the importance of maintaining tribal lineage and leadership, despite the challenges posed by foreign domination.<br><br><b>Theological Implications:</b><br><br>From a theological perspective, the mention of Beerah and the exile of the Reubenites can be seen as part of the larger narrative of Israel's covenant relationship with God. The exile serves as a reminder of the consequences of disobedience and the need for repentance and faithfulness to God's commandments. It also foreshadows the eventual hope of restoration and return, themes that are prevalent throughout the prophetic literature of the Old Testament.<br><br>In summary, Beerah's brief mention in the Bible provides insight into the historical and spiritual challenges faced by the tribe of Reuben during the Assyrian period. His account is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Israelite tribes and their leaders, even in the face of exile and adversity.<a name="smi" id="smi"></a><div class="vheading2">Smith's Bible Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Beerah</span><p>prince of the Reubenites, carried away by Tiglath-pileser. (<a href="/1_chronicles/5-6.htm">1 Chronicles 5:6</a>) (B.C. 738).<a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">BEERAH</span><p>be-e'-ra, be'-er-a (be'erah; "expounder"): A prince of the house of Reuben whom Tiglath-pileser carried away captive (<a href="/1_chronicles/5-6.htm">1 Chronicles 5:6</a>). Compare <a href="/2_kings/15-29.htm">2 Kings 15:29</a>; <a href="/2_kings/16-7.htm">2 Kings 16:7</a>.<p><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/880.htm"><span class="l">880. <b>Beerah</b> -- "well," a Reubenite</span></a><br><b>...</b> 879, 880. <b>Beerah</b>. 881 . "well," a Reubenite. Transliteration: <b>Beerah</b> Phonetic<br> Spelling: (be-ay-raw') Short Definition: <b>Beerah</b>. Word <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/880.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p> <a href="/hebrew/1200.htm"><span class="l">1200. <b>beerah</b> -- a burning</span></a><br><b>...</b> 1199, 1200. <b>beerah</b>. 1201 . a burning. Transliteration: <b>beerah</b> Phonetic Spelling:<br> (be-ay-raw') Short Definition: fire. <b>...</b> 1199, 1200. <b>beerah</b>. 1201 . <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/1200.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/b/beerah.htm"><span class="l"><b>Beerah</b> (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia <b>BEERAH</b>. be-e'-ra, be'-er-a <b>...</b> Kings 16:7.<br> Multi-Version Concordance <b>Beerah</b> (2 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles 5 <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/beerah.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/be-er'ah.htm"><span class="l">Be-er'ah (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> <b>Beerah</b>, Be-er'ah. Beerelim . <b>...</b> 1 Chronicles 5:6 <b>Beerah</b> his son, whom Tilgath Pilneser<br> king of Assyria carried away captive: he was prince of the Reubenites. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/be-er'ah.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/tillegath-pilneser.htm"><span class="l">Tillegath-pilneser (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 1 Chronicles 5:6 <b>Beerah</b> his son, whom Tilgath-pilneser king of Assyria carried<br> away captive: he was prince of the Reubenites. (See JPS). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/tillegath-pilneser.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/tilgathpilneser.htm"><span class="l">Tilgathpilneser (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Tilgathpilneser (3 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles 5:6 <b>Beerah</b> his son, whom Tilgathpilneser<br> king of Assyria carried away captive: he was prince of the Reubenites. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/tilgathpilneser.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/tilgath.htm"><span class="l">Tilgath (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Tilgath (3 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles 5:6 <b>Beerah</b> his son, whom Tilgath Pilneser<br> king of Assyria carried away captive: he was prince of the Reubenites. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/tilgath.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/tilgath-pilneser.htm"><span class="l">Tilgath-pilneser (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Tilgath-pilneser (3 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles 5:6 <b>Beerah</b> his son, whom<br> Tilgath-pilneser king of Assyria carried away captive: he was prince of the Reubenites. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/tilgath-pilneser.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/til'gath-pilne'ser.htm"><span class="l">Til'gath-pilne'ser (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 1 Chronicles 5:6 <b>Beerah</b> his son, whom Tillegath-pilneser king of Assyria carried<br> away captive; he was prince of the Reubenites. (See RSV). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/til'gath-pilne'ser.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/r/reubenite.htm"><span class="l">Reubenite (16 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 1 Chronicles 5:6 <b>Beerah</b> his son, whom Tilgath Pilneser king of Assyria carried<br> away captive: he was prince of the Reubenites. (Root <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/r/reubenite.htm - 11k</font><p><a href="/topical/p/pilneser.htm"><span class="l">Pilneser (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Pilneser (3 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles 5:6 <b>Beerah</b> his son, whom Tilgath Pilneser<br> king of Assyria carried away captive: he was prince of the Reubenites. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/p/pilneser.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/be-e'ra.htm"><span class="l">Be-e'ra (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br>Be-e'ra. Beera, Be-e'ra. <b>Beerah</b> . Multi-Version Concordance Be-e'ra (1 Occurrence). <b>...</b><br> (See RSV). Beera, Be-e'ra. <b>Beerah</b> . Reference Bible. <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/be-e'ra.htm - 6k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Beerah (2 Occurrences)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_chronicles/5-6.htm">1 Chronicles 5:6</a></span><br /><span class="boldtext">Beerah</span> his son, whom Tilgath Pilneser king of Assyria carried away captive: he was prince of the Reubenites.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_chronicles/8-8.htm">1 Chronicles 8:8</a></span><br />And Shaharaim became the father of children in the country of the Moabites after driving out Hushim and <span class="boldtext">Beerah</span> his wives; <br /><span class="source">(BBE)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/b/beerah.htm">Beerah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/b/beerah--a_reubenite.htm">Beerah: A Reubenite</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/beerelim.htm">Beerelim (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/beerah.htm">Beerah (2 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/naves/b/beera--son_of_zophah.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Beera: Son of Zophah"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Beera: Son of Zophah" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/b/be-er'ah.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Be-er'ah"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Be-er'ah" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>