Ephah

Ephah, an Arabian tribe known for their camels and dromedaries, mentioned in Isaiah's prophecy of nations coming to Jerusalem.

The name Ephah means “weary; tired”

PlaceOld Testament1 book1 verse

Summary

A location near Midian only mentioned at Isaiah 60:6; only referred to as Ephah (עֵיפָה).

Location

Certainty: Widely agreed (100% of scholarship)
Coordinates: 28.495° N, 35.012° E

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Glossary entries

Ephah (Measurement)

Connections

Founded by: Ephah

Alternative names

עֵיפָהEphah

Mentions

Isaiah 60:6
Caravans of camels will cover your land, young camels of Midian and Ephah, and all from Sheba will come, bearing gold and frankincense and proclaiming the praises of the LORD.