Meaning
Er is a Hebrew and biblical masculine proper name traditionally associated with “awake” or “watchful.”
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, Er was the firstborn son of Judah and the husband of Tamar.
He was wicked in the sight of the LORD, and the LORD put him to death.
The name Er is also borne by another descendant of Judah mentioned in the genealogy of 1 Chronicles.
Key References
- Genesis 38:3-7
- Genesis 46:12
- Numbers 26:19
- 1 Chronicles 2:3
- 1 Chronicles 4:21
Related Terms
- Judah
- Tamar
- Onan
- Shelah
- Firstborn
- Genealogy