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Aphiah

Aphiah in the Bible — father of Becorath (1SA 9:1), ancestor of King Saul. Aphiah belonged to the tribe of Benjamin. Referenced in 3 scripture passages.

Name meaning: speaking, blowing

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Gender
male
Tribe
Benjamin
Scripture References
3 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
2 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Aphiahproper name
Hebrew
אֲפִיחַ
Transliteration
Afiah
Greek
Αφεκ
Reference
1SA 9:1
Strong's
H647

Family & Relationships (2)

father

Becorath(1SA 9:1)

descendant

Benjamin(1SA 9:1)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Aphiah in the Bible?

Aphiah is described in the Bible as father of Becorath (1SA 9:1), ancestor of King Saul. Aphiah belonged to the tribe of Benjamin.

What does the name Aphiah mean?

The name Aphiah means “speaking, blowing” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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