Woman living at the time of the Patriarchs
Keren-happuch was the name of Job's third daughter, born to him after God restored his fortunes.
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Keren-happuch is mentioned in Job.42.14 as the name of Job's third daughter, born to him after God restored his fortunes. The name Keren-happuch means "horn of antimony," which was a cosmetic used for beautifying the eyes.
The context of Keren-happuch's mention is the conclusion of the Book of Job, where God blessed Job abundantly after his period of suffering and testing. Job's restoration included not only material wealth but also a new family. He had seven sons and three daughters, and Keren-happuch was the youngest of the daughters.
The Bible notes that Job's daughters were the most beautiful in all the land, and he gave them an inheritance along with their brothers (Job.42.15). This was unusual in ancient Near Eastern culture and demonstrates Job's love and respect for his daughters.
The mention of Keren-happuch and her sisters highlights the completeness of Job's restoration and the blessing of family in his life after enduring great trials. It also emphasizes the value and dignity given to women in this narrative.
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Horn of the face-paint = cosmetic-box, the name of Job’s third daughter (Job. 42:14), born after prosperity had returned to him.
the horn or child of beauty
KER'EN-HAP'PUCH (painthorn). Job's third daughter, born after his restoration to prosperity. Job 42:14.
KER'EN-HAP'PUCH (painthorn). Job's third daughter, born after his restoration to prosperity. Job 42:14.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H7163
He named his first daughter Jemimah, his second Keziah, and his third Keren-happuch.
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