Old Testament
Saph
A Philistine giant and descendant of the Rephaim slain by Sibbecai the Hushathite.
Saph was a Philistine warrior of the Rephaim, a group noted for their immense stature. He was killed by Sibbecai the Hushathite during a battle at Gob. His death is recorded in both 2 Samuel 21:18 and 1 Chronicles 20:4 as part of the ongoing conflicts between Israel and the Philistines.
In the text
- Verses
- 2
- Books
- 2
- First appears
- 2 Samuel 21:18
- Last appears
- 1 Chronicles 20:4
Where Saph appears
2 verses · 2 chaptersIn the same books
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- Ahithophel17 versesA trusted counselor to King David who defected to join Absalom's rebellion against the throne.
- Mephibosheth12 versesThe crippled son of Jonathan who received David's covenant kindness and a permanent place at the royal table.
- Abishai23 versesA valiant commander and nephew of King David who served as a loyal leader in Israel's military.
- Abigail17 versesA wise and discerning woman who prevented David from committing bloodshed against her foolish husband, Nabal.
- Ornan17 versesA Jebusite who sold his threshing floor to King David for the site of the future temple.
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