Bible Dictionary
Eker
Eker was a descendant of Judah, identified as a Jerahmeelite in the genealogical lists.
Definition
Eker was a descendant of Judah and a member of the Jerahmeelite family. The name means “root” or “a rooting up.”
Biblical Usage
Eker appears in the genealogical record of Judah in Chronicles.
Historical Background
The supplied material gives no further information about his life or locality.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(a rooting up), a descendant of Judah. (1 Chronicles 2:27)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>e'-ker ('eqer, "root"):</p><p>A Jerahmeelite (1Ch 2:27).</p>