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Eliphaz

Eliphaz in the Bible — son of Esau (GEN 36:4, 10, 15). Eliphaz belonged to the tribe of Edomite. Referenced in 11 scripture passages.

Name meaning: the endeavor of God

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Gender
male
Tribe
Edomite
Scripture References
11 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
10 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Eliphazproper name
Hebrew
אֱלִיפָז
Transliteration
eliyfaz
Meaning
G-d [El] is fine gold or G-d crushes
Greek
Ελιφας
Reference
GEN 36:4
Strong's
H464

Family & Relationships (10)

son

Esau(GEN 36:4)
Basemath(GEN 36:4)

father

Teman(GEN 36:11)
Omar(GEN 36:11)
Zepho(GEN 36:11)
Gatam(GEN 36:11)
Kenaz(GEN 36:11)
Amalek(GEN 36:12)
Korah(GEN 36:16)

concubinator

Timna(GEN 36:12)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Eliphaz in the Bible?

Eliphaz is described in the Bible as son of Esau (GEN 36:4, 10, 15). Eliphaz belonged to the tribe of Edomite.

What does the name Eliphaz mean?

The name Eliphaz means “the endeavor of God” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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