Hur

Hur appears here as the firstborn of Ephrathah whose descendants close the chapter — through his son Salma comes the founding of Bethlehem, and through another branch comes Bezalel, linking Hur to both sacred craftsmanship and the royal birthplace.

Hur is identified here as the firstborn of Ephrathah and the founding ancestor of Bethlehem, anchoring his descendants to one of Israel's most significant towns.

Hur is introduced here ascending the hill with Moses and Aaron, about to play a pivotal role in sustaining the prayer posture that determines the battle's outcome below.