Euphrates River

Euphrates / Ophiondes / Phrath / Perath (River)

Ophiondes or Ophiode F. on this map flowing off ARD MOUNTAINS is the Euphrates River from the Old Testament. 

 

Ard was the last son of Benjamin. The Ard Mountains are the Benjamin Mountains of Mauritania. 

Ard is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the genealogies of the tribes of Israel. He is recognized as one of the descendants of Benjamin, the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel. The name "Ard" is believed to mean "fugitive" or "one who descends," reflecting the Hebrew roots of the name.  Ard is listed among the sons of Benjamin who went down to Egypt with Jacob. The verse states: "The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, Ashbel, Gera, Naaman, Ehi, Rosh, Muppim, Huppim, and Ard." In the census of the Israelites in the wilderness, Ard is mentioned as a descendant of Benjamin through his son Bela. The passage reads: "The descendants of Benjamin by their clans were: the Belaite clan from Bela, the Ashbelite clan from Ashbel, the Ahiramite clan from Ahiram, the Shuphamite clan from Shupham, and the Huphamite clan from Hupham. The descendants of Bela were Ard and Naaman."  Ard is again mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin. The verse states: "The sons of Bela were Addar, Gera, Abihud, Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah, Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram." Ard's inclusion in the genealogies highlights the importance of family lineage and tribal identity in ancient Israel. As a descendant of Benjamin, Ard is part of a tribe known for its warriors and significant role in the history of Israel. The tribe of Benjamin was one of the twelve tribes of Israel and played a crucial role in the formation of the Israelite kingdom, with notable figures such as King Saul emerging from this tribe.   

The genealogical records in which Ard is mentioned serve not only as historical accounts but also as theological affirmations of God's promises to the patriarchs. The listing of descendants underscores the fulfillment of God's covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, ensuring the growth and continuity of their lineage.

In the broader narrative of the Bible, genealogies like those including Ard provide a framework for understanding the unfolding of God's redemptive plan through the history of Israel. They connect the past with the present, showing the faithfulness of God across generations.   

From a theological perspective, the mention of Ard and other descendants in the genealogies emphasizes the providence and sovereignty of God in guiding the history of His people. Each name, including Ard's, represents a link in the chain of God's unfolding plan for Israel and, ultimately, for the coming of the Messiah through the line of Judah.

Ard's presence in the biblical record, though brief, is a testament to the intricate tapestry of relationships and divine purposes that characterize the narrative of Scripture.

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Ard is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the genealogies of the tribes of Israel. He is recognized as one of the descendants of Benjamin, the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel. The name "Ard" is believed to mean "fugitive" or "one who descends," reflecting the Hebrew roots of the name.

Biblical References:

1. Genesis 46:21 · Ard is listed among the sons of Benjamin who went down to Egypt with Jacob. The verse states: "The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, Ashbel, Gera, Naaman, Ehi, Rosh, Muppim, Huppim, and Ard."

2. Numbers 26:38-40 · In the census of the Israelites in the wilderness, Ard is mentioned as a descendant of Benjamin through his son Bela. The passage reads: "The descendants of Benjamin by their clans were: the Belaite clan from Bela, the Ashbelite clan from Ashbel, the Ahiramite clan from Ahiram, the Shuphamite clan from Shupham, and the Huphamite clan from Hupham. The descendants of Bela were Ard and Naaman."

3. 1 Chronicles 8:3 · Ard is again mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin. The verse states: "The sons of Bela were Addar, Gera, Abihud, Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah, Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram."

Tribal Significance:

Ard's inclusion in the genealogies highlights the importance of family lineage and tribal identity in ancient Israel. As a descendant of Benjamin, Ard is part of a tribe known for its warriors and significant role in the history of Israel. The tribe of Benjamin was one of the twelve tribes of Israel and played a crucial role in the formation of the Israelite kingdom, with notable figures such as King Saul emerging from this tribe.

Cultural and Historical Context:

The genealogical records in which Ard is mentioned serve not only as historical accounts but also as theological affirmations of God's promises to the patriarchs. The listing of descendants underscores the fulfillment of God's covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, ensuring the growth and continuity of their lineage.

In the broader narrative of the Bible, genealogies like those including Ard provide a framework for understanding the unfolding of God's redemptive plan through the history of Israel. They connect the past with the present, showing the faithfulness of God across generations.

Theological Implications:

From a theological perspective, the mention of Ard and other descendants in the genealogies emphasizes the providence and sovereignty of God in guiding the history of His people. Each name, including Ard's, represents a link in the chain of God's unfolding plan for Israel and, ultimately, for the coming of the Messiah through the line of Judah.

Ard's presence in the biblical record, though brief, is a testament to the intricate tapestry of relationships and divine purposes that characterize the narrative of Scripture.
Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary
Ard
one that commands; he that descends

Smith's Bible Dictionary
Ard
(one that descending), the son of Bela and grandson of Benjamin. (Genesis 46:21; Numbers 26:40) In (1 Chronicles 8:3) he is called ADDAR. 

 

Today the Mountain are called the Adrar or Adar or Atar Plateau

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adrar_Plateau