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Phinehas

Phinehas in the Bible — Eleazar's son, Aaron's grandson (EXO 6:25) given a covenant of peace and perpetual priesthood (NUM 25:13). Phinehas belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 5 scripture passages.

Name meaning: bold aspect; face of trust or protection

Profile

Gender
male
Tribe
Levi
Scripture References
5 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
4 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Phinehasproper name
Hebrew
פִּינְחָס
Transliteration
piynəchas
Meaning
the black man
Greek
Φινεες
Reference
EXO 6:25
Strong's
H6372

Family & Relationships (4)

son

Eleazar(EXO 6:25)

father

Abishua(1CH 6:4)

ancestor

Gershom(EZR 8:2)
Eleazar(EZR 8:33)

Notes

High Priest

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Phinehas in the Bible?

Phinehas is described in the Bible as Eleazar's son, Aaron's grandson (EXO 6:25) given a covenant of peace and perpetual priesthood (NUM 25:13). Phinehas belonged to the tribe of Levi.

What does the name Phinehas mean?

The name Phinehas means “bold aspect; face of trust or protection” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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