Birzaith ברזות
A son or town of Malchiel
Biography
Birzaith is mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Asher as a town or son of Birzaith, a descendant of Beriah, one of Asher's sons (1 Ch. 7:31). Asher was one of the twelve sons of Israel (or 'Jacob') and the founder of the tribe that bore his name. No further details about Birzaith's life or role are provided in the biblical text. The inclusion of Birzaith in the genealogy highlights the importance of family lineage and the preservation of ancestral records among the Israelites, particularly within the tribe of Asher.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 7:31
"The sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel, who was the father of Birzaith."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | ברזות | H1269 |
Encyclopedia Article
ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)