Introduction:
Aser, more commonly known as Asher in most English translations of the Bible, is one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name "Asher" means "happy" or "blessed," reflecting the blessing given by Jacob to his son Asher. This entry explores the biblical references, historical context, and significance of the tribe of Asher.

Biblical References:
Asher was the eighth son of Jacob and the second son of Zilpah, Leah's maidservant. His birth is recorded in Genesis 30:12-13: "When Leah’s maidservant Zilpah bore Jacob a second son, Leah said, 'How happy I am! For the women call me happy.' So she named him Asher."

Jacob's blessing to Asher is found in Genesis 49:20: "Asher’s food will be rich; he will provide royal delicacies." This blessing highlights the prosperity and abundance associated with the tribe.

Moses also blessed the tribe of Asher before his death, as recorded in Deuteronomy 33:24-25: "About Asher he said: 'Most blessed of sons is Asher; let him be favored by his brothers, and let him dip his foot in oil. The bolts of your gates will be iron and bronze, and your strength will equal your days.'"

Territory and Inheritance:
The tribe of Asher was allocated a portion of land in the northern part of Canaan, as described in Joshua 19:24-31. This territory included fertile lands along the Mediterranean coast, which contributed to the tribe's prosperity. The region was known for its olive oil production, aligning with Moses' blessing of "dipping his foot in oil."

Role in Israel's History:
Throughout Israel's history, the tribe of Asher played a relatively minor role compared to other tribes. During the period of the Judges, Asher is mentioned in the Song of Deborah (Judges 5:17) as having remained by the seashore, indicating a lack of participation in the battle against Sisera.

In the time of King David, men from the tribe of Asher joined David at Hebron to support his kingship, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 12:36. This demonstrates their eventual integration into the united monarchy of Israel.

Prophetic and Eschatological Significance:
The tribe of Asher is listed among the twelve tribes in the prophetic vision of the New Jerusalem in Revelation 7:6, where 12,000 from the tribe are sealed. This inclusion signifies the enduring legacy and spiritual significance of Asher within the eschatological framework of the Bible.

Cultural and Spiritual Legacy:
Asher's legacy is one of blessing and abundance, as reflected in the biblical blessings pronounced over the tribe. The tribe's association with prosperity and happiness is a recurring theme in its biblical narrative. Asher's descendants were known for their agricultural wealth, particularly in olive oil production, which was a valuable commodity in ancient Israel.

Conclusion:
The tribe of Asher, though not as prominent as some other tribes, holds a unique place in the biblical narrative. Its blessings of prosperity and happiness, along with its inclusion in the eschatological vision, underscore its significance in the history and future of Israel.Aser

(Luke 2:36; Revelation 7:6) [ASHER, ASHER]

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a'-ser (Aser): the King James Version: Greek form of Asher (thus the Revised Version (British and American)) (Luke 2:36 Revelation 7:6).

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('Asher); Aser (ie Asher), an Israelite tribe -- Aser. see HEBREW 'Asher. ...
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The Reason of the Order of the Sons of Leah.
... Judah, Reuben, Gad, Aser, constitute, as you see, the first quaternion of the sons
of Leah, as superior to the rest in respect to Him of whom the type points ...
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The Removal of Joseph's Father with all his Family, to Him, on ...
... If these be added to those before mentioned, they complete the number fifty-four.
Gad and Aser were the sons of Zilpha, who was the handmaid of Lea. ...
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The vision
... c. xxi. v.14. "Of the tribe of Judah, of the tribes of Reuben, Gad, Aser, Naphtali,
Manasses ... { 7. Simeon 2. Reuben 8. Levi 3. Gad 9. Issachar 4. Aser 10. ...
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On Genesis.
... heels. Aser"his bread shall be fat, and he shall furnish dainties to princes. ...
1168]. Aser obtained the parts about Ptolemais and Sidon. ...
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For that Also is no Foolish Question which is Wont to be Proposed. ...
... For so it is written, "And there was Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel,
of the tribe of Aser; she was far advanced in many days; and had lived with ...
/.../augustine/on the good of widowhood /section 16 for that also.htm

Concerning Widows.
... Such a one may also be compared to "Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe
of Aser, which departed not from the temple, but continued in supplications and ...
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Here Followeth the History of Tobit
... Tobit of the tribe and of the city of Nephthali, which is in the overparts of Galilee
upon Aser, after the way that leadeth men westward, having on his left ...
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A Memorable Sentence,
... { Cultus purus et rite Christianus. Pure and truly Christian worship Reuben. . . .
.intuendo Filium Gad. . . . c??tus Aser. . . . benedictus Naphtalim. . . . ...
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The Power of Harmony in Relation to Prayer.
... unto understanding, for the sons of Korah." [6050] For though there were three sons
of Korah whose names we find in the Book of Exodus, [6051] Aser, which is ...
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Letter cxxvii. To Principia.
... In the gospel according to Luke we read the following passage: "there was one Anna,
a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of ...
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Aser (1 Occurrence)
...ASER. a'-ser (Aser): the King James Version: Greek form of Asher (thus the Revised
Version (British and American)) (Luke 2:36 Revelation 7:6). ...
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Tithe (30 Occurrences)
... tith (ma`aser; dekate): The custom of giving a 10th part of the products of the
land and of the spoils of war to priests and kings (1 Maccabees 10:31; 11:35; 1 ...
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Talmud
... 25:1); Shemiqqah (Deuteronomy 15:1). (6) Terumoth, "Heave Offerings" for the priests
(Numbers 18:8 Deuteronomy 18:4). (7) Ma`aseroth or Ma`aser ri'shon, "First ...
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Hazor (19 Occurrences)
... 1 Maccabees 11:67). In Tobit 12 it is called "Asher" Septuagint Aser),
and Kedesh is said to be "above" it. Josephus (Ant., V, v ...
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Aserer
Aserer. Aser, Aserer. Ash . Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia ASERER.
as'-e-rer See SERAR. Aser, Aserer. Ash . Reference Bible.
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As'enath (3 Occurrences)
As'enath. Asenath, As'enath. Aser . Multi-Version Concordance As'enath (3
Occurrences). ... (See RSV). Asenath, As'enath. Aser . Reference Bible.
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Asher (43 Occurrences)
... nation. Anna the prophetess was of this tribe (Luke 2:36). Int. Standard Bible
Encyclopedia. ASHER (1). ash'-er ('asher; Aser). 1. Biblical ...
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