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Ater(2)
Ater in the Bible — his sons (descendants) returned to Judah after captivity (EZR 2:42). Ater belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 2 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “left hand; shut”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Levi
- Scripture References
- 2 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 1 connection
Names & Labels (1)
Aterproper name
- Hebrew
- אָטֵר
- Transliteration
- ater
- Meaning
- [poss.] crippled one, left-handed one, or Etir
- Greek
- Ατηρ
- Reference
- EZR 2:42
- Strong's
- H333
Family & Relationships (1)
descendant
Levi(EZR 2:42)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ater in the Bible?
Ater is described in the Bible as his sons (descendants) returned to Judah after captivity (EZR 2:42). Ater belonged to the tribe of Levi.
What does the name Ater mean?
The name Ater means “left hand; shut” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.