And Judah took a wife for Er his firstborn, whose name was Tamar.
Judah found a wife for his oldest son Er, and her name was Tamar.
This verse introduces us to Tamar, who became the wife of Judah's firstborn son Er.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Genesis, Judah, one of Jacob's sons, is establishing his family in the land of Canaan during the patriarchal era, a time when arranged marriages were common to secure family alliances and inheritance. He selects a wife named Tamar for his firstborn son, Er, reflecting the cultural norms of ancient Near Eastern societies where fathers held authority over their children's marital decisions. This event introduces a narrative that explores themes of family obligation and divine intervention in human affairs.
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