Beeri

Beeri was the father of Hosea, the prophet who authored the biblical book bearing his name.

The name Beeri means “my well”

MaleDivided Monarchy eraOld Testament1 book1 verse

Summary

A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Hosea 1:1; only referred to as Beeri (בְּאֵרִי); father of Hosea.

Glossary entries

Family members

Children: Hosea

Alternative names

בְּאֵרִיBeeri

Mentions

Hosea 1:1
This is the word of the LORD that came to Hosea son of Beeri in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah, and of Jeroboam son of Jehoash, king of Israel.