Bible Dictionary
Serah
Serah was the daughter of Asher and granddaughter of Jacob. She is also called Sarah in the King James form of Numbers 26:46.
Definition
Serah was the daughter of Asher and granddaughter of Jacob. Her name means “abundance,” and she is also called Sarah in the traditional form of Numbers 26:46.
Biblical Usage
Serah is included among the descendants of Asher in the genealogical lists of Genesis, Numbers, and Chronicles.
Historical Background
She belongs to the patriarchal family records and is associated with the period of Israel’s descent into Egypt.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Abundance; princess, the daughter of Asher and grand-daughter of Jacob (Gen. 46:17); called also Sarah (Num. 26:46; R.V., “Serah”).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
the daughter of Asher, (Genesis 46:17; 1 Chronicles 7:30) called in (Numbers 26:46) Sarah. (B.C. about 1700.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>se'-ra (serach, "abundance"): Daughter of Asher (Ge 46:17; Nu 26:46, the King James Version "Sarah"; 1Ch 7:30).</p>