Biblica Analytica
H6081I Hebrew

עֵ֫פֶר

e.pher

Epher

Lexicon Entry

Definition
Epher
Transliteration
e.pher
Strong's Number
H6081I
Occurrences
1
Semantic Domain
Proper Name: Person

Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

What Original Readers Understood

Explored

The Hebrew word עֵ֫פֶר (e.pher) is defined as Epher, a proper noun referring to a person. This means that Epher is a personal name in the Bible. Given its classification as a proper name and only occurring once in the Bible, Epher likely represents an individual with a unique identity. The limited usage of Epher suggests it may hold significant personal or family importance within its immediate context. Without additional information or analysis, its meaning extends only to the identity it refers to, offering a glimpse into the diverse names used in ancient cultures. In a broader sense, the existence of Epher as a given name highlights the cultural and linguistic diversity of the people mentioned in the biblical account. It emphasizes the rich tapestry of names found in ancient Hebrew and their significance in identifying relationships, lineage, and individual identities.

Source data & methodology
Strong's
H6081I
Lemma
עֵ֫פֶר
Transliteration
e.pher
Definition
Epher
Occurrences
1
Model
groq
Prompt version
1

AI synthesis uses only the lexicon data above as context — never training knowledge.

Occurrences in Scripture

1 total occurrence across the text