בֹּֽכְרוּ (bo.khe.ru)
bo.khe.ru
Bocheru
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 2 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
Bocheru is a proper name found in the genealogies of Benjamin in 1 Chronicles, appearing only twice (8:38; 9:44). It identifies a specific man from the Divided Monarchy period, listed as the son of Azel and brother to several other notable figures including Ishmael and Obadiah. The name itself derives from the Hebrew root for "firstborn," suggesting a family position or perhaps an aspirational meaning for the child.
Its occurrence in these parallel lists highlights the importance of tribal lineage in post-exilic Israel, where preserving family records was essential for maintaining identity and inheritance rights. While Bocheru himself is not a central narrative figure, his inclusion underscores the detailed preservation of Benjaminite heritage within the broader history of Judah.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Bocheru appears in two nearly identical lists within 1 Chronicles, identifying a son of Azel from the tribe of Benjamin. In these genealogies, he is grouped with brothers like Ishmael and Obadiah, highlighting the structured nature of family lineage during the post-exilic period. These records were not merely administrative; they served as vital anchors for identity and inheritance in a community rebuilding its life after exile.
For modern readers, these names remind us that God’s story includes ordinary individuals whose specific details are preserved with care. While Bocheru does not have a narrative role in the biblical text, his inclusion shows that every member of a faithful family contributes to the broader tapestry of God’s people. This preservation encourages believers today that their own lives and families matter deeply within God’s historical plan.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 2 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Bocheru2×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- בֹּ֙כְרוּ֙2×
Key Verses
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I Chronicles 8:38
Azel had six sons, whose names are these: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. All these were the sons of Azel.
This verse lists Bocheru among Azel's six sons, establishing his place in the Benjaminite genealogy during the Divided Monarchy period.
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I Chronicles 9:44
Azel had six sons, whose names are Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel.
This parallel occurrence repeats the same list, emphasizing the importance of preserving tribal records for post-exilic identity and inheritance.