Hariph חָרִיף

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One who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah.

Who is Hariph in the Bible?

Hariph was a leader in Israel who participated in sealing the covenant with Nehemiah, as recorded in Nehemiah 10:19. This covenant represented a solemn commitment by the people of Israel to obey God's laws and commandments following the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls. Hariph was among the group of nobles, priests, Levites, and other officials who formally sealed this agreement, signifying their dedication to spiritual renewal. Though Hariph is mentioned only in this single biblical reference, his participation in this covenant demonstrates his role as a community leader during the restoration period after the Babylonian exile.

Biography

Hariph is mentioned in the book of Nehemiah as one of the individuals who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah. This covenant was a solemn agreement made by the people of Israel to follow God's laws and commandments. The covenant was sealed by a group of leaders, priests, Levites, and others, including Hariph. No other information is provided about Hariph in the Bible. (Neh.10.19).

In Scripture

1 biblical book ; 1 with study content
Nehemiah 1 verse

Names & Aliases

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Named Hebrew חָרִיף
Encyclopedia Article

Hariph

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

19 (20)). Ezr 2:18 has "Jorah."

har'-lot: This name replaces in the Revised Version (British and American) "whore" of the King James Version. It stands for several words and phrases used to designate or describe the unchaste woman, married or unmarri