Bible Figure
Nahbi
male human biblical figure in Numbers 13:14, son of Vophsi, of the tribe of Naphtali
Nahbi son of Vophsi represented the tribe of Naphtali among the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore Canaan.
Biography
Numbers 13 names Nahbi son of Vophsi as Naphtali's representative. After forty days the spies returned; Caleb and Joshua urged Israel to trust the Lord, while the other spies gave the discouraging report that led to rebellion. Scripture records no separate speech or action for Nahbi.
Biblical Significance
Nahbi belongs to the pivotal spy narrative whose majority report contributed to Israel's wilderness judgment. His individual role should not be embellished beyond the collective account.