Lexical Definition
גֶּבֶר Geber (gheh'-ber) Geber N:N-M-P
the same as גֶּבֶר
Geber.
- § Geber = "warrior"
- Geber, the name of two Israelites
1) the son of Uri, an officer of Solomon, overseer of Gilead
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| גֶּ֥בֶר | Geber | 1Kgs.4.19 |
| Γάβερ | Geber | LXX.1Kgs.22.48 |
Extended Information
Brown-Driver-Briggs
II. גֶּ֫בֶר proper name, masculine an official of Solomon 1Kgs 4:19 (compare בֶּןגֶּֿבֶר v1Kgs 4:13, p. 122 above)
Brown-Driver-Briggs References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| 1 Kings | 4:13 · 4:19 |
Profile
Male • Son of Uri • Son of Uri; one of Solomon's twelve district governors.
Man living at the time of United Monarchy
Geber, the son of Uri, was one of the twelve district governors appointed by King Solomon to provide food for the royal household.
- A man living at the time of United Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ki.4.19;
- only referred to as Geber גֶּבֶר;
- a son of Uri אוּרִי;
- father of Ben-Geber בֶּן־גֶּבֶר.
Geber, the son of Uri, is mentioned in 1 Kings 4:19 as one of the twelve district governors appointed by King Solomon. Solomon divided his kingdom into twelve districts, each governed by an appointed official. These governors were responsible for providing food for the royal household, each for one month of the year (1 Kings 4:7). Geber was assigned the district of Gilead, which included the territories of Sihon, king of the Amorites, and Og, king of Bashan (1 Kings 4:19). These territories were located east of the Jordan River and were known for their fertile lands and abundant livestock (Numbers 32:1-5). Geber's appointment as governor of this region highlights Solomon's effective administration and the prosperity of his kingdom. The system of district governors ensured a steady supply of resources for the royal court and demonstrated Solomon's wisdom in managing his realm.
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