hi'-ra (chirah; Septuagint Eiras): A native of Adullam, and a "friend" of Judah (Gen 38:1,12). The Septuagint and the Vulgate (Jerome's Latin Bible, 390-405 A.D.) both describe him as Judah's "shepherd."
Bibliography Information Orr, James, M.A., D.D. General Editor. "Definition for 'HIRAH'". "International Standard Bible Encyclopedia". bible-history.com - ISBE; 1915.