Iphdeiah יִפְדְּיָה
Descendant of Benjamin through Shashak.
Who is Iphdeiah in the Bible?
Iphdeiah was a descendant of Benjamin mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:25 as the son of Shashak. He appears in a genealogical list of Benjamin's family line, grouped among Shashak's sons along with Penuel and Shuppim. No additional biographical details about his life or actions are recorded in Scripture beyond this genealogical reference. His name likely derives from Hebrew roots meaning "Yahweh redeems," reflecting the theological naming conventions of his era. Like many individuals listed in biblical genealogies, Iphdeiah's significance lies primarily in establishing the continuity of Benjamin's tribal line rather than in personal narrative or accomplishment.
Biography
Iphdeiah is mentioned in 1Ch.8.25 in a genealogy of the descendants of Benjamin. He was the son of Shashak. The passage lists him among Shashak's other sons: Iphedeiah, Penuel and Shuppim. No other details are provided about Iphdeiah in the biblical text. His name likely means "Yahweh redeems" in Hebrew.
Family
Siblings
- Ishpan Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShashakDescendant of Benjamin through Shashak.View full profile →
- Eber Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShashakSon of Shashak, a BenjamiteView full profile →
- Eliel MaleDavid's warriorThe Mahavite, one of David's mighty menView full profile →
- Abdon Tribe of BenjaminSaul's familyA Benjamite, son of ShashakView full profile →
- Zichri Tribe of LeviSon of JoramLevite, descendant of Moses, treasurerView full profile →
- Hanan MaleDavid's warriorOne of David's mighty warriors, son of Maacah.View full profile →
- Hananiah Tribe of LeviSon of HemanSon of Heman, a musician in David's timeView full profile →
- Elam Tribe of LeviSon of MeshelemiahA temple gatekeeper during David's reignView full profile →
- Anthothijah Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShashakSon of Shashak, descendant of BenjaminView full profile →
- Penuel Tribe of JudahSon of HurSon of Hur, descendant of JudahView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 8:25
"Iphdeiah, and Penuel were the sons of Shashak."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יִפְדְּיָה |