Overview
Jerah is mentioned in Genesis as one of the thirteen sons of Joktan, a descendant of Shem. The Genesis genealogy traces the settlement and spread of ancient peoples, with Joktan's descendants dwelling in Arabia. While Jerah appears briefly in Scripture, his inclusion in God's Word reflects the divine attention to all nations and peoples.
Key Scriptures
"And Joktan became the father of Almodad and Sheleph and Hazarmaveth and Jerah" (Genesis 10:26, NASB). "The sons of Joktan were Almodad, Sheleph, Hazarmaveth, Jerah, Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah, Obal, Abimael, Sheba, Ophir, Havilah, and Jobab" (1 Chronicles 1:20-21, ESV).
Application
Remember that God's redemptive plan encompasses all nations and peoples; even names preserved in genealogies testify to His sovereign care over human history and geography.