Bible Person

Hepher

Meaning: a digger · Male · 1 cross reference

This Hepher entry refers to one of David's mighty men in 1 Chronicles 11:36, not to the Judahite genealogical figure in 1 Chronicles 4:6. He belongs to the elite warrior circle remembered around David's reign. First appears in 1 Chr 11:36.1

AI summary: This Hepher matters because his single cross reference places him among the distinguished fighters whose loyalty and courage helped secure David's kingdom. The entry contributes to the wider picture of David's reign being upheld by named and remembered warriors. Taken together, the material presents this Hepher as a mighty man in David's service.1

Central Figure

Hepher

Meaning: a digger

One of David’s heroes (1 Chr.