Hepher חֵ֫פֶר
A Mecherathite, one of David's mighty warriors.
Biography
Hepher the Mecherathite is mentioned in the list of David's mighty men in 1 Chronicles. He is described as one of the valiant warriors who supported David and fought alongside him (1Ch.11.36). The term "Mecherathite" likely refers to his place of origin or clan affiliation, although the exact location is unknown. Being included in the list of David's mighty men suggests that Hepher was a skilled and loyal soldier who played a significant role in David's military campaigns. No further details about his specific accomplishments or life events are provided in the Bible. (1Ch.11.36).
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 11:36
"Hepher the Mecherathite, Ahijah the Pelonite,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | חֵ֫פֶר | H2660H |
Encyclopedia Article
ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)