Bible Dictionary
Haruphite
A designation for Shephatiah, one of David’s companions who joined him at Ziklag. It may be connected with Hariph or Hareph.
Definition
Haruphite was a designation given to Shephatiah, one of David’s companions who joined him at Ziklag. The designation may be connected with Hariph or Hareph.
Biblical Usage
Shephatiah is called a Haruphite or Hariphite in the list of David’s companions.
Historical Background
The record notes uncertainty between the readings Haruphite and Hariphite. If Hariphite is correct, the name may relate to Hariph or possibly Hareph.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
A native of Hariph; an epithet given to Shephatiah, one of those who joined David at Ziklag (1 Chr. 12:5).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ha-roo'-fit (charuphi, or chariphi); In 1Ch 12:5 Shephatiah, one of the companions of David, is called a Haruphite (K) or Hariphite (Q). If the latter be the correct reading, it is connected with HARIPH or perhaps HAREPH (which see).</p>