Hepher חֵ֫פֶר

Male Tribe of Judah H2660G 1 book

A son of Ashhur, from the tribe of Judah.

Who is Hepher in the Bible?

Hepher was a son of Ashhur, a descendant of the tribe of Judah mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:6. He appears in the genealogical records as one of several children born to Ashhur and his wife Naarah, though no further details about his life or accomplishments are provided in Scripture. His inclusion in the genealogy of Judah demonstrates the importance of maintaining family lineages in biblical history, even for figures who are not further developed in the biblical narrative.

Biography

Hepher is mentioned briefly in the genealogy of Judah in 1 Chronicles. He was one of the sons of Ashhur, who was a descendant of Judah through Caleb (1Ch.4.6). Ashhur's wife was named Naarah, and they had several children, including Hepher. No further information is provided about Hepher's life or role in the Bible. (1Ch.4.6).

Family

In Scripture

1 biblical book
1 Chronicles 1 verse
  • 1 Chronicles 4:6

    "Naarah bore to him Ahuzzam, Hepher, Temeni, and Haahashtari. These were the descendants of Naarah."

Names & Aliases

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Named Hebrew חֵ֫פֶר