Lexical Definition

‎עֵפֶר‎ ʻÊpher (ay'-fer) Epher ^N:N-M-P
probably a variation of ‎עֹפֶר‎; gazelle

Epher.

• § Epher = "a calf"
• Epher, the name of an Arabian and of two Israelites

1) the 2nd son of Midian
2) a son of Ezra, among the descendants of Judah
3) one of the heads of the families of Manasseh on the east of the Jordan

Extended Information

• A man of the tribe of Manasseh living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.5.24

Brown-Driver-Briggs

‎עֵ֫פֶר‎ proper name, masculine Αφερ, etc.; —

1. 'son' of Midian Gen 25:4; 1Chr 1:33 (ᵐ5^L Γοφερ).

2. in Judah 1Chr 4:17 (Α Γαφερ).

3. in Manasseh 1Chr 5:24.

‎עַפְרָה‎ see ‎׳‎‎בֵּית לְע‎ p.112 above

Brown-Driver-Briggs References

Profile

Male • Manasseh leader • A chief of the half-tribe of Manasseh.

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Epher was one of the heads of families and a mighty warrior in the half-tribe of Manasseh (1Ch.5.24).

• A man from the tribe of Manasseh living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.5.24;
• only referred to as Epher עֵפֶר.

Epher is mentioned as one of the heads of families and a mighty warrior in the half-tribe of Manasseh (1Ch.5.24). The half-tribe of Manasseh settled in the region of Gilead, east of the Jordan River. Epher is listed alongside other notable figures from the tribe, including Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. These men are described as mighty warriors and heads of their fathers' houses, indicating their leadership roles within the tribe. The mention of Epher in this context highlights his importance and military prowess. However, no further details are provided about his specific accomplishments, his family, or his role in the history of the tribe. The inclusion of Epher in the list of Manasseh's leaders serves to demonstrate the strength and organization of the tribe during their settlement in the region and to recognize the significant individuals who contributed to their success.

All entries for Epher: עֵפֶר