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Jether
Jether in the Bible — firstborn son of Gideon (JDG 8:20). Jether belonged to the tribe of Manasseh. Referenced in 2 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “he that excels”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Manasseh
- Scripture References
- 2 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 1 connection
Names & Labels (1)
Jetherproper name
- Hebrew
- יֶתֶר
- Transliteration
- yeter
- Greek
- Ιεθερ
- Reference
- JDG 8:20
- Strong's
- H3500
Family & Relationships (1)
son
Gideon(JDG 8:20)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jether in the Bible?
Jether is described in the Bible as firstborn son of Gideon (JDG 8:20). Jether belonged to the tribe of Manasseh.
What does the name Jether mean?
The name Jether means “he that excels” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.