Aphiah אֲפִיחַ
Ancestor of King Saul, a Benjamite
Biography
Aphiah is mentioned in the genealogy of King Saul, the first king of Israel, found in the first book of Samuel. He is described as a Benjamite, indicating that he belonged to the tribe of Benjamin. Aphiah is listed as an ancestor of Saul, though the exact relationship is not specified. The genealogy traces Saul's lineage back several generations, highlighting his Benjamite heritage. This brief mention of Aphiah serves to provide context for Saul's family background and his connection to the tribe of Benjamin.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Samuel 1 verse
- 1 Samuel 9:1
"Now there was a man of Benjamin, whose name was Kish, the son of Abiel, the son of Zeror, the son of Becorath, the son of Aphiah, the son of a Benjamite, a mighty man of valor."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אֲפִיחַ | H0647 |
Encyclopedia Article
ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)