And the name of the daughter of Asher was Sarah.
Parallel translations
- WEB The name of the daughter of Asher was Serah.
- BSB And the name of Asher’s daughter was Serah.
- NKJV And the name of the daughter of Asher was Serah.
- NASB And the name of the daughter of Asher was Serah.
- NLT Asher also had a daughter named Serah.
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Quick answer
Serah, daughter of Asher, is uniquely named among the tribal records.
Overview
The mention of Serah, named also in Genesis 46:17, is striking in a census that otherwise lists men. Her inclusion preserves her remembrance within Israel and, like the daughters of Zelophehad, hints at the value God places on individuals, including women, within His covenant people.
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- Gen 46:17And the sons of Asher; Jimnah, and Ishuah, and Isui, and Beriah, and Serah their sister: and the sons of Beriah; Heber, and Malchiel.
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