Lexical Definition

‎אֵפֹד‎ ʼÊphôd (ay-fode') Ephod N:N-M-P
the same as ‎אֵפוֹד‎ shortened

Ephod.

1) the father of a chief of Manasseh

Usage: 2 forms in 2 verses
Form Translated As     In Verse(s)
אֵפֹֽד Ephod Num.34.23
Ουφίδ of Ephod LXX.Num.34.23

Extended Information

Brown-Driver-Briggs

‎אֵפֹד‎ proper name, masculine father of a chief of Manasseh Num 34:23.

Brown-Driver-Briggs References

Book Refs
Numbers 34:23

Profile

Male • Father of Hanniel • A leader from the tribe of Manasseh.

Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness

Ephod son of Hanniel was appointed as the leader from the tribe of Manasseh to assist in dividing the land of Canaan (Num.34.23).

Ephod, the son of Hanniel, is mentioned in the book of Numbers as the appointed leader from the tribe of Manasseh who assisted in dividing the land of Canaan among the Israelite tribes (Num.34.23). After the Israelites had conquered the land of Canaan under the leadership of Joshua, representatives from each tribe were chosen to help allocate the land according to the instructions given by God. Ephod was selected as the representative for the tribe of Manasseh, highlighting his leadership skills and the trust placed in him by his tribe. The division of the land was a crucial task, ensuring that each tribe received its allotted portion and that the distribution was fair and equitable. Ephod's role in this process demonstrates his importance and the responsibility he held within his tribe. No further details are provided about Ephod's life, his family, or his other contributions to the tribe of Manasseh. His mention in this context serves to highlight the organization and cooperation among the tribes during the allocation of the Promised Land and to recognize the significant individuals who played a role in this important event in Israel's history.

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