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Saraph

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Saraph was a descendant of Judah through Shelah.

Definition

Saraph was a descendant of Judah through Shelah. The name is associated with the meanings “burning,” “shining,” or “noble one.”

Biblical Usage

Saraph is mentioned among the descendants of Judah in the genealogical record.

Scripture References

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Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
(burning) mentioned in (1 Chronicles 4:22) among the descendants of Judah.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>sa'-raf, sa'-raf (saraph, "noble one"; compare saraph, "burn" "shine"): A descendant of Judah through Shelah (1Ch 4:22).</p>
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