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Gera(3)
Gera in the Bible — father of Shimei (2SA 16:5), son of Bela (1CH 8:5). Gera belonged to the tribe of Benjamin. Referenced in 3 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “pilgrimage, combat; dispute”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Benjamin
- Scripture References
- 3 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 2 connections
Names & Labels (1)
Geraproper name
- Hebrew
- גֵּרָא
- Transliteration
- gera
- Meaning
- [perhaps] sojourner
- Greek
- Γηρα
- Reference
- 2SA 16:5
- Strong's
- H1617
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gera in the Bible?
Gera is described in the Bible as father of Shimei (2SA 16:5), son of Bela (1CH 8:5). Gera belonged to the tribe of Benjamin.
What does the name Gera mean?
The name Gera means “pilgrimage, combat; dispute” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.