Introduction:
Beker is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the genealogies of the tribes of Israel. His name, which can mean "young camel" or "firstborn," appears in the context of the descendants of Benjamin and Ephraim, two of the twelve tribes of Israel. Beker's lineage and the tribes associated with him play a role in the broader narrative of Israel's history and God's covenant with His people.

Beker, Son of Benjamin:
Beker is first mentioned as one of the sons of Benjamin, the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel. In Genesis 46:21, the Berean Standard Bible lists Beker among the sons of Benjamin who went to Egypt with Jacob: "The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, Ashbel, Gera, Naaman, Ehi, Rosh, Muppim, Huppim, and Ard." This passage highlights Beker's place within the family of Jacob, also known as Israel, and underscores the importance of family lineage in the biblical narrative.

In 1 Chronicles 7:6-8 , Beker is again mentioned as a descendant of Benjamin: "The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, and Jediael—three in all. The sons of Becher: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth. All these were the sons of Becher." This genealogy provides insight into the expansion and development of the tribe of Benjamin, one of the smaller tribes of Israel, yet significant in its contributions to Israel's history, including the first king, Saul.

Beker, Son of Ephraim:
In another context, Beker is mentioned as a descendant of Ephraim, the son of Joseph. 1 Chronicles 7:20-21 states: "The descendants of Ephraim: Shuthelah, Bered his son, Tahath his son, Eleadah his son, Tahath his son, Zabad his son, and Shuthelah his son. Ezer and Elead were killed by the men of Gath, who were born in the land, because they went down to steal their livestock." Although Beker is not directly named in this passage, the broader genealogy of Ephraim includes Beker as a descendant, as noted in other biblical references.

Tribal Significance:
The tribes of Benjamin and Ephraim, both associated with Beker, hold significant roles in the history of Israel. Benjamin, though small, was known for its warriors and produced notable figures such as King Saul and the Apostle Paul. Ephraim, on the other hand, was one of the leading tribes of the Northern Kingdom of Israel and often symbolized the entire northern tribes in prophetic literature.

Theological Implications:
Beker's inclusion in the genealogies of both Benjamin and Ephraim reflects the importance of family and tribal identity in the biblical narrative. These genealogies serve not only as historical records but also as theological affirmations of God's faithfulness to His covenant people. Through these lineages, the Bible traces the unfolding of God's redemptive plan, ultimately leading to the coming of the Messiah, Jesus Christ, who fulfills the promises made to the patriarchs.

Conclusion:
While Beker himself may not be a prominent figure in biblical accounts, his presence in the genealogies of Benjamin and Ephraim underscores the interconnectedness of the tribes of Israel and the unfolding of God's covenantal promises throughout history.1071. Beker -- "young camel," two Israelites
... 1070, 1071. Beker. 1072 . "young camel," two Israelites. Transliteration:
Beker Phonetic Spelling: (beh'-ker) Short Definition: Becher. ...
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1070. beker -- dromedary
... 1069, 1070. beker. 1071 . dromedary. Transliteration: beker Phonetic Spelling:
(beh'-ker) Short Definition: camel. ... 1069, 1070. beker. 1071 . Strong's Numbers
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1076. Bakri -- descendant of Becher
... Word Origin from Beker Definition desc. ... Bachrites. Patronymically from Beker; a Bakrite
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1072. bikrah -- a young camel, dromedary
... 1). dromedary. Feminine of beker; a young she-camel -- dromedary. see HEBREW
beker. 1071, 1072. bikrah. 1073 . Strong's Numbers.
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Beker (4 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Beker (4 Occurrences). Genesis 46:21 The sons of Benjamin:
Bela, Becher, Ashbel, Gera, Naaman, Ehi, Rosh, Muppim, Huppim, and Ard. ...
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Bekerite (1 Occurrence)

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Bekas (3 Occurrences)

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