Introduction:
Serah is a lesser-known biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament. She is recognized as the daughter of Asher, one of the twelve sons of Jacob, and is noted for her unique presence in the genealogical records of the Israelites. Her mention in the Bible is brief, yet her inclusion in the genealogies suggests a significance that has intrigued scholars and theologians throughout history.

Biblical References:
Serah is mentioned in three key passages in the Bible:

1. Genesis 46:17 : "The sons of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah. The sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel."

2. Numbers 26:46 : "And the name of the daughter of Asher was Serah."

3. 1 Chronicles 7:30 : "The sons of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, and Beriah; and their sister was Serah."

Genealogical Significance:
Serah's inclusion in the genealogical lists is notable because it is uncommon for women to be mentioned in such records unless they hold particular importance. Her presence alongside her brothers in these lists suggests that she may have had a special role or status within her family or tribe. Some Jewish traditions and extra-biblical sources suggest that Serah was blessed with a long life, possibly even living to witness the Exodus from Egypt.

Cultural and Historical Context:
In the patriarchal society of ancient Israel, genealogies primarily focused on male descendants. The mention of Serah, therefore, indicates that she was a woman of distinction. Her name, which means "abundance" or "princess," may reflect her esteemed position within her family.

Jewish Tradition and Midrash:
Jewish tradition and midrashic literature expand on Serah's biblical narrative, attributing to her a role in the preservation of Israel's history. According to some midrashim, Serah was the one who informed Jacob that Joseph was still alive, doing so with great wisdom and sensitivity. Other traditions suggest that she was among those who left Egypt during the Exodus and that she played a role in identifying Moses as the true leader of the Israelites.

Theological Implications:
From a theological perspective, Serah's mention in the Bible underscores the value and recognition of women in God's redemptive history. Her presence in the genealogies serves as a reminder of the integral roles women have played in the unfolding of biblical events, even when their accounts are not fully detailed in the Scriptures.

Conclusion:
While the Bible provides limited information about Serah, her inclusion in the genealogical records of Israel highlights her significance. Her account, enriched by Jewish tradition, offers a glimpse into the lives of women in biblical times and their contributions to the faith and heritage of the people of Israel.Serah

lady of scent; song; the morning star

Serah

the daughter of Asher, (Genesis 46:17; 1 Chronicles 7:30) called in (Numbers 26:46) SARAH. (B.C. about 1700.)

Serah

A daughter of Asher, thrice named among those who migrated to Egypt, Genesis 46:17; Numbers 26:46; 1 Chronicles 7:30. Why she was thus distinguished is unknown, but the rabbis have many fables respecting her.

Abundance; princess, the daughter of Asher and grand-daughter of Jacob (Genesis 46:17); called also Sarah (Numbers 26:46; R.V., "Serah"). SERAH

se'-ra (serach, "abundance"): Daughter of Asher (Genesis 46:17 Numbers 26:46, the King James Version "Sarah"; 1 Chronicles 7:30).

8294. Serach -- a daughter of Asher
... 8293, 8294. Serach. 8295 . a daughter of Asher. Transliteration: Serach Phonetic
Spelling: (seh'-rakh) Short Definition: Serah. ... Sarah, Serah. ...
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8556. Timnath Cherec -- "territory of the sun," a village in the ...
... tim-nath kheh'-res) Short Definition: Timnath-heres. Timnath-heres,
Timnath-serah Or Timnath Cerach {tim-nath seh'-rakh}; from Timnah ...
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8556b. Timnath Serech -- "territory of the sun," a village in the ...
... Timnath Serech. 8557 . "territory of the sun," a village in the hill country of
Ephraim. Transliteration: Timnath Serech Short Definition: Timnath-serah. ...
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Chapter xlvi
... And the sons of Asher: Imnah and Ishvah and Ishvi and Beriah; and Serah was
their sister. And the sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel. ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/leupold/exposition of genesis volume 1/chapter xlvi.htm

June 9. "Ye are the Light of the World" (Matt. v. 14).
... Let me dwell in Timnath Serah, Where the sun forever shines, Where the
night and darkness come not, And the day no more declines. ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/simpson/days of heaven upon earth /june 9 ye are the.htm

The Testament of Judah Concerning Fortitude, and Love of Money ...
... Judges 14:1 sqq ). The geographical position of Timnath-serah is against
the allusion being to it here. Cf., however, Jubilees, c ...
/.../iv the testament of judah concerning.htm

Letter cviii. To Eustochium.
... of Joshua the son of Nun and of Eleazar the son of Aaron the priest, exactly opposite
the one to the other; that of Joshua being built at Timnath-serah "on the ...
/.../jerome/the principal works of st jerome/letter cviii to eustochium.htm

Against Jovinianus.
The Principal Works of St. Jerome. <. ...
/.../jerome/the principal works of st jerome/against jovinianus.htm

Serah (5 Occurrences)
... Abundance; princess, the daughter of Asher and grand-daughter of Jacob (Genesis
46:17); called also Sarah (Numbers 26:46; RV, "Serah"). Int. ...SERAH. ...
/s/serah.htm - 8k

Timnath-serah (2 Occurrences)
Timnath-serah. Timnathserah, Timnath-serah. Tim'nath-se'rah . Easton's Bible
Dictionary ... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. TIMNATH-SERAH. ...
/t/timnath-serah.htm - 10k

Timnath-heres (1 Occurrence)
... heos): This is the form of the name given to Joshua's property and place of burial
in Judges 2:9. The name in Joshua 19:50; Joshua 24:30 is Timnath-serah. ...
/t/timnath-heres.htm - 7k

Tim'nath-se'rah (2 Occurrences)
Tim'nath-se'rah. Timnath-serah, Tim'nath-se'rah. Timnite . Multi-Version
Concordance ... (See RSV). Timnath-serah, Tim'nath-se'rah. Timnite . Reference Bible
/t/tim'nath-se'rah.htm - 7k

Timnathheres (1 Occurrence)
... heos): This is the form of the name given to Joshua's property and place of burial
in Judges 2:9. The name in Joshua 19:50; Joshua 24:30 is Timnath-serah. ...
/t/timnathheres.htm - 7k

Timnathserah (2 Occurrences)
... Haris, 10 miles south-west of Shechem. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia.
TIMNATH-SERAH. tim-nath-se'-ra (timnath cerach; Codex Vaticanus ...
/t/timnathserah.htm - 10k

Jimnah (4 Occurrences)
... Genesis 46:17 And the sons of Asher; Jimnah, and Ishuah, and Isui, and Beriah, and
Serah their sister: and the sons of Beriah; Heber, and Malchiel. ...
/j/jimnah.htm - 8k

Jishvi (4 Occurrences)
... Genesis 46:17 And the sons of Asher: Jimnah, and Jishvah, and Jishvi, and Beriah;
and Serah their sister; and the sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel. (DBY). ...
/j/jishvi.htm - 7k

Joshua (211 Occurrences)
... Having thus subdued the Canaanites, Joshua divided the land among the tribes,
Timnath-serah in Mount Ephraim being assigned to himself as his own inheritance. ...
/j/joshua.htm - 101k

Jishvah (2 Occurrences)
... Genesis 46:17 And the sons of Asher: Jimnah, and Jishvah, and Jishvi, and Beriah;
and Serah their sister; and the sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel. (DBY). ...
/j/jishvah.htm - 6k

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