Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
Shepho, a Horite chief, the son of Shobal, who lived in the land of Seir.
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Also known as Shephi
Shepho was a Horite chief mentioned in 1Ch.1.40 and Gen.36.23. He was the son of Shobal and lived in the land of Seir, which was later inhabited by the Edomites. The Horites were the original inhabitants of Seir before the descendants of Esau (the Edomites) displaced them. Shepho is listed among the chiefs of the Horites, indicating his position of authority within their tribal structure. These genealogical records provide insight into the early inhabitants of the region and their leadership.
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2 verses in 2 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H8195
These are the sons of Shobal: Alvan, Manahath, Ebal, Shepho, and Onam.
The sons of Shobal: Alvan, Manahath, Ebal, Shepho, and Onam. The sons of Zibeon: Aiah and Anah.
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