Nepheg נֶ֫פֶג
Son of King David, born in Jerusalem.
Biography
Nepheg was one of the sons of King David, born to him in Jerusalem, as recorded in 2Sa.5.15 and 1Ch.3.7 and 1Ch.14.6. He was among the children born to David after he had conquered Jerusalem and established it as his capital city.
The mention of Nepheg in these passages occurs in the context of listing David's sons born in Jerusalem. These sons were born to David by his wives, whom he had taken after becoming king over all Israel.
As a son of David, Nepheg would have been part of the royal family and would have grown up in the palace in Jerusalem. However, beyond his inclusion in the list of David's sons, no further details are provided about Nepheg's life, character, or role in the kingdom.
The biblical record does not mention any significant events or accomplishments associated with Nepheg, and he does not appear to have played a prominent role in the history of Israel. This is in contrast to some of his brothers, such as Solomon, who succeeded David as king, and Absalom, who led a rebellion against his father.
Nepheg's inclusion in the genealogical record of David's sons serves to provide a complete account of the royal family and to highlight the fulfillment of God's promise to David that he would establish his throne forever (2Sa.7.12-16). The mention of Nepheg and his brothers also underscores the importance of family lineage in the Israelite monarchy and the continuation of the Davidic dynasty.
Family
Parents
Siblings
- Amnon Tribe of JudahDavid's sonDavid's firstborn son, killed by AbsalomView full profile →
- Chileab Tribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of David and Abigail the CarmelitessView full profile →
- Absalom Tribe of JudahDavid's sonDavid's rebellious son who tried to usurp the throne.View full profile →
- Adonijah MaleLevite sent by Jehoshaphat to teach the LawView full profile →
- Shephatiah MaleDavid's warriorBenjamite warrior who joined DavidView full profile →
- Ithream Tribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of David, born in Hebron to Eglah.View full profile →
- Shammua Tribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of David born in JerusalemView full profile →
- Shobab Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and Azubah.View full profile →
- Nathan Tribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of David and Bathsheba, ancestor of Jesus.View full profile →
- Solomon Tribe of JudahKing of JudahSon of David, king of Israel, known for his wisdom.View full profile →
- Ibhar Tribe of JudahDavid's sonOne of King David's sons born in Jerusalem.View full profile →
- Elishua Tribe of JudahDavid's sonA son of David born in Jerusalem.View full profile →
- Japhia Tribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of David, born in JerusalemView full profile →
- Elishama Tribe of JudahSon of JekamiahA descendant of Jerahmeel from the tribe of Judah.View full profile →
- Eliada Tribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of David born in JerusalemView full profile →
- Eliphelet Tribe of BenjaminSaul's familyA descendant of King Saul from the tribe of Benjamin.View full profile →
- Tamar Tribe of JudahDavid's daughterDavid's daughter, raped by her half-brother AmnonView full profile →
- Elpelet Tribe of JudahDavid's sonA son of David born in Jerusalem.View full profile →
- Nogah Tribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of DavidView full profile →
- Jerimoth MaleDavid's warriorOne of David's warriors from the tribe of Benjamin.View full profile →
In Scripture
2 biblical books2 Samuel 1 verse
- 2 Samuel 5:15
"Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,"
1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 3:7
"Nogah, Nepheg, Japhia,"
- 1 Chronicles 14:6
"Nogah, Nepheg, Japhia,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | נֶ֫פֶג | H5298H |