Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Hebrew 836: אָשֵׁר (Asher) • The name of Jacob's son and the tribe descended from him.

Usage: The term Ἀσήρ is used in the New Testament to refer to the tribe of Asher, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. It appears in genealogical contexts and discussions of the tribes of Israel.

Context: • Asher in the Old Testament: Asher was the eighth son of Jacob, born to Zilpah, Leah's maidservant (Genesis 30:12-13). His name means "happy" or "blessed," reflecting Leah's joy at his birth. Asher became the progenitor of the tribe of Asher, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The tribe was known for its rich land and abundance, as prophesied by Jacob: "Asher’s food will be rich; he will provide delicacies fit for a king" (Genesis 49:20, BSB).

• Tribe of Asher: The tribe settled in the western part of the land of Canaan, along the Mediterranean coast. It was known for its fertile land and olive oil production. Despite its blessings, the tribe struggled with fully driving out the Canaanites from their territory (Judges 1:31-32).

• Asher in the New Testament: In the New Testament, Asher is mentioned in the context of the prophetess Anna, who was from the tribe of Asher. She is noted for her devoutness and recognition of Jesus as the Messiah when He was presented at the Temple (Luke 2:36-38, BSB).

• Significance: The tribe of Asher is often associated with prosperity and blessing. Its mention in the New Testament highlights the continuity of God's promises to the tribes of Israel and the fulfillment of those promises in the coming of Jesus Christ.