Nephish; Nephisim; Nephishesim; Nephusim
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Nephish; Nephisim; Nephishesim; Nephusim in the Bible?
The Nephishim were a group of Israelites listed in Ezra 2:50 and Nehemiah 7:52 among those who returned from exile, with textual variants in different manuscript traditions rendering the name as Nephishim, Nephisim, Nephishesim, or Nephusim.
SIGNIFICANCE
Examining the textual variants of this name aids readers in understanding the complexity of biblical manuscript transmission and the specific genealogical records of the returning exiles.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Nephish; Nephisim; Nephishesim; Nephusim reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Nephish; Nephisim; Nephishesim; Nephusim in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Nephish; Nephisim; Nephishesim; Nephusim clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:50Nehemiah 7:52
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Nephish; Nephisim; Nephishesim; Nephusim." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/nephish-nephisim-nephishesim-nephusim/