Hirah the Adullamite: Judah’s Companion and Witness to His Failures. Hirah the Adullamite appears briefly in the book of Genesis as Judah’s friend and companion during a turbulent season of his life (Genesis 38). Though not a central figure, Hirah played an important role as the man who introduced Judah into Canaanite life and acted as a messenger during the Tamar account. His story serves as a reminder of how friendships and influences can shape destinies, for better or wors