The term "Zarhite" refers to the descendants or members of the family of Zerah, a notable figure in the genealogies of the tribe of Judah. Zerah was one of the twin sons born to Judah and Tamar, as recorded in the Book of Genesis. The Zarhites, therefore, are part of the broader lineage of Judah, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, which holds significant importance in biblical history and prophecy.

Biblical References:

1. Genesis 38:29-30 : The account of Zerah's birth is found in Genesis, where Tamar, Judah's daughter-in-law, gives birth to twins. The passage states, "But as he was drawing back his hand, his brother came out, and she said, 'How you have broken out!' So he was named Perez. Then his brother came out with the scarlet thread on his wrist, and he was named Zerah." This narrative highlights the unusual circumstances of Zerah's birth, which is marked by the scarlet thread, symbolizing his initial emergence.

2. Numbers 26:20 : The census of the Israelites in the wilderness includes the Zarhites as part of the tribe of Judah: "The descendants of Judah by their clans were: the Shelanite clan from Shelah, the Perezite clan from Perez, and the Zerahite clan from Zerah." This enumeration underscores the Zarhites as a distinct clan within Judah, contributing to the tribe's strength and numbers.

3. 1 Chronicles 2:4, 6 : The genealogical records in Chronicles further affirm the lineage of Zerah: "Tamar, Judah’s daughter-in-law, bore to him Perez and Zerah. Judah had five sons in all... The sons of Zerah: Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara—five in all." This passage not only lists Zerah's sons but also situates the Zarhites within the broader context of Judah's descendants.

Historical and Theological Significance:

The Zarhites, as part of the tribe of Judah, are integral to the unfolding narrative of Israel's history. Judah's tribe is prophesied to hold a scepter and produce a line of kings, culminating in the Messiah, as foretold in Genesis 49:10. While the Zarhites themselves are not directly linked to the Davidic line, their inclusion in the genealogical records emphasizes the comprehensive nature of God's covenant with Israel and the fulfillment of His promises through the tribe of Judah.

The Zarhites, like other clans within Judah, would have participated in the tribal allotments and the settlement of the Promised Land, contributing to the establishment and development of the nation of Israel. Their presence in the biblical narrative serves as a testament to the faithfulness of God in preserving His people and fulfilling His redemptive plan through the lineage of Judah.Zarhite (4 Occurrences)

Numbers 26:13
Of Zerah, the family of the Zarhites: of Shaul, the family of the Shaulites.
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Joshua 7:17
And he brought the family of Judah; and he took the family of the Zarhites: and he brought the family of the Zarhites man by man; and Zabdi was taken:
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1 Chronicles 27:11
The eighth captain for the eighth month was Sibbecai the Hushathite, of the Zarhites: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.
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1 Chronicles 27:13
The tenth captain for the tenth month was Maharai the Netophathite, of the Zarhites: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.
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Zarhite (4 Occurrences)
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Captureth (24 Occurrences)
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Captured (143 Occurrences)
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Zarhites (4 Occurrences)

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