Beth-rapha בֵּית רָפָא

Male Tribe of Judah H1051 1 book

Descendant of Judah through Eshton

Who is Beth-rapha in the Bible?

Beth-rapha was a descendant of Judah mentioned in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles 4:12, where he appears in the family line through Eshton, who himself descended from Chelub of the tribe of Judah. Beyond his place in this genealogy, the biblical text provides no additional information about his life, accomplishments, or significance. His inclusion in the genealogical record reflects the importance the Israelites placed on preserving family lineage and ancestral records, particularly within the tribe of Judah, ensuring that the continuity of tribal heritage was maintained and documented for future generations.

Biography

Beth-rapha is mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Judah as a descendant of Eshton (1 Ch. 4:12). Eshton was a descendant of Chelub, who was from the lineage of Judah. No further details about Beth-rapha or the significance of this name are provided in the biblical text. The inclusion of Beth-rapha in the genealogy highlights the importance of family lineage and the preservation of ancestral records among the Israelites, particularly within the tribe of Judah.

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In Scripture

1 biblical book
1 Chronicles 1 verse
  • 1 Chronicles 4:12

    "Eshton was the father of Beth-rapha, of Paseah, and of Tehinnah the father of Ir-nahash. These were the men of Recah."

Names & Aliases

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Named Hebrew בֵּית רָפָא
Encyclopedia Article

Beth-rapha

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

r place or clan.

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