Ἀσήρ (Asēr)
Asēr
Asher
Quick Reference
- Language
- Koine Greek
- Testament
- New Testament
- Occurrences
- 2 verses
- Root
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Word Overview
The name Asēr, transliterated from the Hebrew Asher, means "blessed." In the New Testament, it appears only twice as a proper noun, identifying one of the twelve sons of Jacob and the eponymous founder of the Tribe of Asher. This brief mention connects the Greek text directly to the patriarchal narratives of Genesis.
Its first occurrence is in Luke 2:36, where the prophetess Anna is described as being from the tribe of this son. The second appears in Revelation 7:6, listing the number sealed from each of the twelve tribes of Israel. In both instances, the name serves as a marker of lineage and identity within God’s covenant people.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Asēr carries the gentle meaning of "blessed." In Scripture, this word does not appear in a sermon or a command, but rather as a marker of identity within the lineage of Israel. It reminds us that every person is part of a larger story woven by God, connecting individual lives to the broader narrative of His covenant people.
When we encounter Anna in Luke 2:36, she is identified simply as being from the tribe of Asher. Despite her age and perhaps overlooked status in society, she becomes a vital witness to the Messiah. This shows that God values every member of His family, regardless of their social standing or how long they have waited.
Later, in Revelation 7:6, the name appears again among those sealed by God. This inclusion signifies that God’s care extends across all tribes and generations. It offers a quiet assurance that our identities are secure in Him, and that every life has a place in His eternal plan.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 2 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- of Asher;1×
- of Asher1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- Ἀσήρ·1×
- Ἀσὴρ1×
Key Verses
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Luke 2:36
There was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher (she was of a great age, having lived with a husband seven years from her virginity,
This verse identifies Anna as being from the tribe of Asher, highlighting her role as a prophetess who recognized Jesus despite her advanced age.
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Revelation of John 7:6
of the tribe of Asher twelve thousand, of the tribe of Naphtali twelve thousand, of the tribe of Manasseh twelve thousand,
Here the name marks one of the twelve tribes receiving God's seal, emphasizing the completeness and protection of His people in the final vision.