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The sons of Zophah: Suah, and Harnepher, and Shual, and Beri, and Imrah,

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Hidden Cultural Connections

Even in a simple list of names, scholars find fascinating historical details. One commentator points out that the name 'Harnepher' appears to be Egyptian, meaning 'the beauteous Horus.' This suggests cultural interaction between Israel and Egypt, reminding us that God's people have always lived in a wider world, and their stories reflect these connections.

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1 Chronicles

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Chronicles 7:36

19th Century

Bishop

The branches of Helem through Zophah the elder house. Eleven names of the sons of Zophah. The second, “Harnepher,” has a name which looks like pure…

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Chronicles 7:36

17th Century

Pastor

Ver. 36,37. And the sons of Zophah. The eldest of the sons of Helem:

Suah, and Harnepher, and Shual, a…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Chronicles 7:1–40

17th Century

Minister

No account is given here of either Zebulun or Dan. We can assign no reason why they alone should be omitted; but it is the disgrace of the tribe of…