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PARNACH

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Parnach was the father of Elizaphan, the prince of the tribe of Zebulun who took part in dividing the land of Canaan.

Definition

Parnach was the father of Elizaphan, a prince of the tribe of Zebulun.

Biblical Usage

Parnach is named in Numbers 34:25 as the father of Elizaphan, who took part in the division of the land.

Historical Background

The source gives the name’s meaning as “gifted.”

Historical Bible Dictionaries

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>par'-nak (parnakh, "gifted"): Father of Elizaphan, the prince of Zebulun (Nu 34:25).</p>
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