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Ira
Ira in the Bible — the Jairite, priest to David (2SA 20:26). Ira belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 2 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “watchman; making bare; pouring out”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Levi
- Scripture References
- 2 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 1 connection
Names & Labels (1)
Iraproper name
- Hebrew
- עִירָא
- Transliteration
- iyra
- Meaning
- [poss.] stallion donkey
- Greek
- Ιρας
- Reference
- 2SA 20:26
- Strong's
- H5896
Family & Relationships (1)
descendant
Levi(2SA 20:26)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ira in the Bible?
Ira is described in the Bible as the Jairite, priest to David (2SA 20:26). Ira belonged to the tribe of Levi.
What does the name Ira mean?
The name Ira means “watchman; making bare; pouring out” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.