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Shaphat(2)
Shaphat in the Bible — father of Elisha the prophet (1KI 19:16). Referenced in 2 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “judge”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Scripture References
- 2 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 1 connection
Names & Labels (1)
Shaphatproper name
- Hebrew
- שָׁפָט
- Transliteration
- shafat
- Meaning
- he judges
- Greek
- Σαφατ
- Reference
- 1KI 19:16
- Strong's
- H8202
Family & Relationships (1)
father
Elisha(1KI 19:16)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Shaphat in the Bible?
Shaphat is described in the Bible as father of Elisha the prophet (1KI 19:16).
What does the name Shaphat mean?
The name Shaphat means “judge” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.