Bible Figure
Ahira
Hebrew Bible character ; chief of the tribe of Naphtali in the desert
Ahira son of Enan was the leader of the tribe of Naphtali during Israel's wilderness period.
Biography
Numbers names Ahira son of Enan as Naphtali's representative at the census. He brought the tribe's offering at the dedication of the tabernacle altar and commanded Naphtali's tribal division in the marching order. Scripture supplies no additional personal narrative.
Biblical Significance
Ahira represents Naphtali within Israel's ordered wilderness camp and its participation in tabernacle worship.