Holder
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Overview:
Holder is a lesser-known figure in the Bible, mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe of Asher. The name "Holder" appears in the context of the descendants of Asher, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. Asher was the eighth son of Jacob and Zilpah, Leah's maidservant. The tribe of Asher is known for its prosperity and abundance, as reflected in the blessings given by Jacob and Moses.

Biblical References:
Holder is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 7:30-31, which provides a genealogical record of the descendants of Asher. The passage reads: "The sons of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, and Beriah; and their sister was Serah. The sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel, who was the father of Birzaith."

Genealogical Context:
Holder is listed as one of the descendants of Asher, specifically within the lineage of Beriah, who is one of Asher's grandsons. The genealogies in 1 Chronicles serve to establish the tribal and familial lines of the Israelites, emphasizing the continuity of God's covenant with His people through their ancestry.

Tribe of Asher:
The tribe of Asher is noted for its rich inheritance in the Promised Land, occupying a fertile region along the Mediterranean coast. Asher's territory was known for its olive oil production, as highlighted in the blessing of Moses: "Most blessed of sons is Asher; let him be favored by his brothers, and let him dip his foot in oil." (Deuteronomy 33:24)

Significance:
While Holder himself is not a prominent figure in biblical narratives, his inclusion in the genealogies underscores the importance of family lineage and heritage in the biblical tradition. The genealogies serve as a testament to God's faithfulness in preserving the tribes of Israel and fulfilling His promises to the patriarchs.

Cultural and Historical Insights:
In ancient Israelite society, genealogies were crucial for establishing identity, inheritance rights, and tribal affiliation. They provided a sense of continuity and connection to the past, reinforcing the collective memory of God's dealings with His people. The mention of individuals like Holder, though brief, contributes to the broader tapestry of Israel's history and God's redemptive plan.

Theological Implications:
The genealogies, including the mention of Holder, reflect the biblical theme of God's providence and sovereignty over history. They remind believers of the importance of faithfulness to God's covenant and the role of each individual within the larger community of faith. Through these records, the Bible emphasizes the interconnectedness of God's people and the unfolding of His divine purposes through generations.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (n.) One who is employed in the hold of a vessel.

2. (n.) One who, or that which, holds.

3. (n.) One who holds land, etc., under another; a tenant.

4. (n.) The payee of a bill of exchange or a promissory note, or the one who owns or holds it.

Greek
4465. rhabdouchos -- a rod holder, ie (a Roman) lictor (one ...
... a rod holder, ie (a Roman) lictor (one holding the rod of office). Part of Speech:
Noun, Masculine Transliteration: rhabdouchos Phonetic Spelling: (hrab-doo ...
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Strong's Hebrew
522c. ammah -- perhaps a holder
... 522b, 522c. ammah. 523 . perhaps a holder. Transliteration: ammah Short
Definition: foundations. Word Origin perhaps from the same ...
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A Decade of Controversies and Schisms.
... Then followed that illogical confusion of ideas studiously fostered by zealots at
either extreme: If the slave-holder may be in some circumstances a faithful ...
/.../bacon/a history of american christianity/chapter xvii a decade of.htm

Out of the Deep of Sin.
... I can, because He Himself put it there, and therefore it is reasonable to believe
that He will educate and strengthen that good, and chastise the holder of it ...
//christianbookshelf.org/kingsley/out of the deep/ii out of the deep.htm

Faustus Repels the Charge of Sun-Worship
... the world from the captive bodies of the race of darkness, or rather from the members
of your god in subjection and bondage; and your World-holder, who has in ...
/.../faustus repels the charge of.htm

A Message from the Crowned Christ
... This earnest, aggressive, orthodox, patiently-enduring Church is to be rejected
as a light-holder, because it is not holding out the light. This is tremendous! ...
/.../iv a message from the crowned.htm

The Book of Christ
... are swiftly moving toward the day when society will insist that any measure of power
which has an outreach beyond the circle of the holder's personal affairs ...
/.../mcconnell/understanding the scriptures/chapter v the book of.htm

Introduction
... The discovery by Alfred Holder, and the illuminating discussion by Hermann Usener,
[1] of a fragment of Cassiodorus are sufficient confirmation of the ...
//christianbookshelf.org/boethius/the theological tractates/introduction.htm

Introduction
... The discovery by Alfred Holder, and the illuminating discussion by Hermann Usener,
[1] of a fragment of Cassiodorus are sufficient confirmation of the ...
/.../boethius/the trinity is one god not three gods/introduction.htm

Prayers Answered
... then extended longer than usual. The holder of the mortgage did not call
as usual for his interest. In great surprise the tradesman ...
//christianbookshelf.org/various/the wonders of prayer/prayers answered.htm

Thesaurus
Holder (2 Occurrences)
... 4. (n.) The payee of a bill of exchange or a promissory note, or the one who owns
or holds it. Multi-Version Concordance Holder (2 Occurrences). ...
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Keys (2 Occurrences)
... 2. Nature of the Power: There is general-not absolute-agreement that the
holder of the keys is to admit men into the kingdom. It ...
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Power (862 Occurrences)
... 2. Nature of the Power: There is general-not absolute-agreement that the
holder of the keys is to admit men into the kingdom. It ...
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Holders (7 Occurrences)

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Knock (7 Occurrences)
... mode. Thus Moses commanded the holder of a pledge to stand without and
call to the owner to come forth (Deuteronomy 24:10). This ...
/k/knock.htm - 11k

Darius (26 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary The holder or supporter, the name of several
Persian kings. (1.) Darius the Mede (Dan. 11:1), "the son ...
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Distaff (2 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) Used as a symbol of the holder of a distaff; hence, a woman; women,
collectively. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. DISTAFF. ...
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Monitor (1 Occurrence)
... 5. (n.) A tool holder, as for a lathe, shaped like a low turret, and capable of
being revolved on a vertical pivot so as to bring successively the several ...
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Protest (37 Occurrences)
... 6. (n.) A solemn declaration in writing, in due form, made by a notary public, usually
under his notarial seal, on behalf of the holder of a bill or note ...
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Possess (193 Occurrences)
... 5. (vt) To put in possession; to make the owner or holder of property, power, knowledge,
etc.; to acquaint; to inform; -- followed by of or with before the ...
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Resources
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Concordance
Holder (2 Occurrences)

Amos 1:5
And I have broken the bar of Damascus, And cut off the inhabitant from Bikat-Aven, And a holder of a sceptre from Beth-Eden, And removed have been the people of Aram to Kir, said Jehovah.
(YLT)

Amos 1:8
And I have cut off the inhabitant from Ashdod, And a holder of a sceptre from Ashkelon, And have turned back My hand against Ekron, And perished have the remnant of the Philistines, Said the Lord Jehovah.
(YLT)

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