Introduction:
Becher is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, known primarily as one of the sons of Benjamin, the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel. His name, Becher, is thought to mean "young camel" or "firstborn," though interpretations may vary. Becher's lineage and descendants are noted for their role in the formation of the tribe of Benjamin, one of the twelve tribes of Israel.

Biblical References:
Becher is first mentioned in the Book of Genesis as one of the sons of Benjamin. In Genesis 46:21, the Berean Standard Bible states: "The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, Ashbel, Gera, Naaman, Ehi, Rosh, Muppim, Huppim, and Ard." This passage lists Becher among the ten sons of Benjamin who went down to Egypt with Jacob and his family during the time of famine.

In the Book of Numbers, Becher is again mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribes of Israel. Numbers 26:38 records: "The descendants of Benjamin by their clans were: the Belaite clan from Bela, the Ashbelite clan from Ashbel, the Ahiramite clan from Ahiram, the Shuphamite clan from Shupham, and the Huphamite clan from Hupham." Although Becher is not directly mentioned in this passage, his descendants are implied to be part of the Benjamite lineage.

Tribal Significance:
Becher's descendants are considered part of the tribe of Benjamin, which played a significant role in the history of Israel. The tribe of Benjamin was known for its warriors and was strategically located between the northern and southern tribes. This tribe produced several notable biblical figures, including King Saul, the first king of Israel, and the Apostle Paul, originally named Saul of Tarsus.

Genealogical Records:
In 1 Chronicles 7:6-8 , Becher is listed among the sons of Benjamin, with further details about his descendants: "The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, and Jediael—three in all. The sons of Bela: Ezbon, Uzzi, Uzziel, Jerimoth, and Iri, five in all. They were heads of their families. There were 22,034 mighty men of valor listed in their genealogies. The sons of Becher: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth. All these were Becher’s sons." This passage highlights the prominence of Becher's lineage within the tribe, noting the number of mighty men of valor among his descendants.

Historical Context:
The tribe of Benjamin, including the descendants of Becher, played a crucial role during the period of the Judges and the early monarchy in Israel. The tribe's territory included the city of Jerusalem, which later became the political and spiritual center of Israel under King David. The Benjamites were known for their fierce loyalty and military prowess, which is reflected in the genealogical records of Becher's descendants.

Conclusion:
While Becher himself is not a central figure in biblical narratives, his inclusion in the genealogical records underscores the importance of family lineage and tribal identity in the history of Israel. His descendants contributed to the strength and continuity of the tribe of Benjamin, which held a significant place in the unfolding account of God's chosen people.Becher

first begotten; first fruits

Becher

(young or firstborn)

1. The second son of Benjamin, according to the list in both (Genesis 46:21) and 1Chr 7:6 But omitted in (1 Chronicles 8:1) (B.C. about 1690.)
2. Son of Ephraim, (Numbers 26:35) called BERED in (1 Chronicles 7:20) Same as the preceding.

First-born; a youth, the second son of Benjamin (Genesis 46:21), who came down to Egypt with Jacob. It is probable that he married an Ephraimitish heiress, and that his descendants were consequently reckoned among the tribe of Ephraim (Numbers 26:35; 1 Chronicles 7:20, 21). They are not reckoned among the descendants of Benjamin (Numbers 26:38). BECHER

(1) Son of Benjamin (Genesis 46:21 1 Chronicles 7:6, 8).

(2) Son of Ephraim whose family is called Becherites (the King James Version "Bachrites"), Numbers 26:35 (1 Chronicles 7:20 called Bered). Compare BERED.

1076. Bakri -- descendant of Becher
... Bakri. 1077 . descendant of Becher. Transliteration: Bakri Phonetic Spelling:
(bak-ree') Short Definition: Becherites. ... of Becher NASB Word Usage Becherites (1) ...
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1071. Beker -- "young camel," two Israelites
... Beker. 1072 . "young camel," two Israelites. Transliteration: Beker Phonetic Spelling:
(beh'-ker) Short Definition: Becher. ... NASB Word Usage Becher (5). Becher. ...
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Martyrdom of the Holy and Glorious Apostle Bartholomew.
... death on their account, they were compelled to go to another city, where there was
a temple of idols, where their great and most eminent god was called Becher. ...
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Chapter xlvi
... Ephraim. And the children of Benjamin: Bela and Becher and Ashbel, Gera
and Naaman, Ehi and Rosh, Muppim and Huppim and Ard. These ...
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Becher (4 Occurrences)
... 38). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. BECHER. (1) Son ... Bered). Compare BERED.
Multi-Version Concordance Becher (4 Occurrences). Genesis 46 ...
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Beker (4 Occurrences)
... Beker (4 Occurrences). Genesis 46:21 The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, Ashbel,
Gera, Naaman, Ehi, Rosh, Muppim, Huppim, and Ard. (See NIV). ...
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Eliezer (14 Occurrences)
... (2.) The son of Becher, and grandson of Benjamin (1 Chronicles 7:8). ... All these
were the sons of Becher. (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS NAS NIV). ...
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Zemira (1 Occurrence)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Vine-dresser, a Benjamite; one of the sons of Becher
(1 Chronicles 7:8). Multi-Version Concordance ... All these were the sons of Becher. ...
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Alemeth (5 Occurrences)
... Covering. (1.) One of the nine sons of Becher, the son of Benjamin (1 Chronicles
7:8). ... All these were the sons of Becher. (WEB JPS ASV BBE DBY NAS NIV). ...
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Alameth (1 Occurrence)
... ALAMETH. al'-a-meth (`alameth, "concealment"; 1 Chronicles 7:8 the King James
Version): The name of a son of Becher and grandson of Benjamin. ...
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Abijah (32 Occurrences)
... She is also called Abi (2 Kings 18:2). (8.) One of the sons of Becher, the son of
Benjamin (1 Chronicles 7:8). "Abiah," AV. ... All these were the sons of Becher. ...
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Zemirah (1 Occurrence)
... 1 Chronicles 7:8 The sons of Becher: Zemirah, and Joash, and Eliezer, and Elioenai,
and Omri, and Jeremoth, and Abijah, and Anathoth, and Alemeth. ...
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Zemi'rah (1 Occurrence)
... 1 Chronicles 7:8 And the sons of Becher: Zemirah, and Joash, and Eliezer, and Elioenai,
and Omri, and Jeremoth, and Abijah, and Anathoth, and Alemeth. ...
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Jerimoth (10 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 7:8 And the sons of Becher; Zemira, and Joash, and Eliezer, and Elioenai,
and Omri, and Jerimoth, and Abiah, and Anathoth, and Alameth. ...
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