Asher was the eighth son of Yaakov and the second son of Zilpah . He was born during Yackov's 12th year in Charon named by Leah. He is the father to the Tribe of Asher. He lived for 123 years and passed away on either the 5th of Tishrai or the 4th of Shevat.

Kever Asher ben Yaakov Asher ben Yaakov is buried in Kodesh right near his brother Naftali. There is a stream near these kivarim.;

Hillula of Asher ben Yaakov The yahrzeit of Asher falls out on the 5th of Tishrai.;