Beth-rapha בֵּית רָפָא
Descendant of Judah through Eshton
Biography
Beth-rapha is mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Judah as a descendant of Eshton (1 Ch. 4:12). Eshton was a descendant of Chelub, who was from the lineage of Judah. No further details about Beth-rapha or the significance of this name are provided in the biblical text. The inclusion of Beth-rapha in the genealogy highlights the importance of family lineage and the preservation of ancestral records among the Israelites, particularly within the tribe of Judah.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 4:12
"Eshton became the father of Beth Rapha, Paseah, and Tehinnah the father of Ir Nahash. These are the men of Recah."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | בֵּית רָפָא | H1051 |
Encyclopedia Article
ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)