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Hepher

Hepher in the Bible — son of Gilead (NUM 26:30-32). Hepher belonged to the tribe of Manasseh. Referenced in 3 scripture passages.

Name meaning: a digger

Profile

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

Names & Labels (1)

Hepherproper name
Hebrew
חֵפֶר
Transliteration
hefer
Meaning
[perhaps] help
Greek
Οφερ
Reference
NUM 26:32
Strong's
H2660a

Family & Relationships (2)

son

Gilead(NUM 26:32)

father

Zelophehad(NUM 26:33)

Notes

the Hepherites (NUM 26:32)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Hepher in the Bible?

Hepher is described in the Bible as son of Gilead (NUM 26:30-32). Hepher belonged to the tribe of Manasseh.

What does the name Hepher mean?

The name Hepher means “a digger” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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