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The Huphamite clan, named after their ancestor Hupham.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/numbers/26.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />of Shephupham, the clan of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the clan of the Huphamites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/numbers/26.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />the Shuphamite clan from Shupham, and the Huphamite clan from Hupham.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/numbers/26.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Of Shupham, the family of the Shuphamites: of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/numbers/26.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />of Shupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/numbers/26.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/numbers/26.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/numbers/26.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/numbers/26.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/numbers/26.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/numbers/26.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />the Shuphamite clan from Shupham; the Huphamite clan from Hupham.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/numbers/26.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />the Shuphamite clan from Shupham; the Huphamite clan from Hupham. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/numbers/26.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/numbers/26.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites: of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/numbers/26.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />the family of Shupham, and the family of Hupham. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/numbers/26.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Shephupham, and Hupham. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/numbers/26.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />from Shephupham, the family of the descendants of Shephupham; and from Hupham, the family of the descendants of Hupham. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/numbers/26.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />the Shuphamite clan from Shupham, and the Huphamite clan from Hupham.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/numbers/26.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />from Shupham, the family of the Shuphamites; from Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/numbers/26.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />of Shuppim, the family of the Shuppimites; of Huppim, the family of the Huppimites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/numbers/26.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Of Shupham, the family of the Shuphamites: of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/numbers/26.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/numbers/26.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />of Shupham the family of the Shuphamite; of Hupham the family of the Huphamite.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/numbers/26.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> of Shupham the family of the Shuphamite; of Hupham the family of the Huphamite.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/numbers/26.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />To Shupham, the families of the Shuphamites; to Hupham, the families of the Huphamites.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/numbers/26.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Supham, of whom is the family of the Suphamites: Hupham, of whom is the family of the Huphamites. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/numbers/26.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Shupham, from whom is the family of the Shuphamites; Hupham, from whom is the family of the Huphamites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/numbers/26.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />through Shupham, the clan of the Shuphamites; through Hupham, the clan of the Huphamites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/numbers/26.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />of Shephupham, the clan of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the clan of the Huphamites.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/numbers/26.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Of Shupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/numbers/26.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Shupham, the family of Shupham, Khuphim, the family of Khuphim.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/numbers/26.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/numbers/26.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />To Sophan, the family of the Sophanites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/numbers/26-39.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/yauBFvKLNNo?start=8179" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/numbers/26.htm">The Tribe of Benjamin</a></span><br><span class="reftext">38</span>These were the descendants of Benjamin by their clans: The Belaite clan from Bela, the Ashbelite clan from Ashbel, the Ahiramite clan from Ahiram, <span class="reftext">39</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7781.htm" title="7781: haš·šū·p̄ā·mî (Art:: N-proper-ms) -- Desc. of Shephupham. Patronymic from Shphuwpham; a Shuphamite or descendants of Shephupham.">the Shuphamite</a> <a href="/hebrew/4940.htm" title="4940: miš·pa·ḥaṯ (N-fsc) -- From shaphah; a family, i.e. Circle of relatives; figuratively, a class, a species or sort; by extens. A tribe or people.">clan</a> <a href="/hebrew/8197.htm" title="8197: liš·p̄ū·p̄ām (Prep-l:: N-proper-ms) -- Or Shphuwphan; from the same as shphiyphon; serpent-like; Shephupham or Shephuphan, an Israelite.">from Shupham,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2350.htm" title="2350: ha·ḥū·p̄ā·mî (Art:: N-proper-ms) -- Desc. of Hupham. Patronymically from Chuwpham; a Chuphamite or descendant of Chupham.">and the Huphamite</a> <a href="/hebrew/4940.htm" title="4940: miš·pa·ḥaṯ (N-fsc) -- From shaphah; a family, i.e. Circle of relatives; figuratively, a class, a species or sort; by extens. A tribe or people.">clan</a> <a href="/hebrew/2349.htm" title="2349: lə·ḥū·p̄ām (Prep-l:: N-proper-ms) -- A Benjamite. From the same as chowph; protection: Chupham, an Israelite.">from Hupham.</a> </span><span class="reftext">40</span>And the descendants of Bela from Ard and Naaman were the Ardite clan from Ard and the Naamite clan from Naaman.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/46-16.htm">Genesis 46:16-18</a></span><br />The sons of Gad: Ziphion, Haggi, Shuni, Ezbon, Eri, Arodi, and Areli. / The children of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah. The sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel. / These are the sons of Jacob born to Zilpah—whom Laban gave to his daughter Leah—sixteen in all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/6-15.htm">Exodus 6:15</a></span><br />The sons of Simeon were Jemuel, Jamin, Ohad, Jachin, Zohar, and Shaul, the son of a Canaanite woman. These were the clans of Simeon.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-12.htm">1 Chronicles 7:12</a></span><br />The Shuppites and Huppites were descendants of Ir, and the Hushites were descendants of Aher.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-14.htm">1 Chronicles 7:14-15</a></span><br />The descendants of Manasseh: Asriel through his Aramean concubine. She also gave birth to Machir the father of Gilead. / Machir took a wife from among the Huppites and Shuppites. The name of his sister was Maacah. Another descendant was named Zelophehad, who had only daughters.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-20.htm">1 Chronicles 7:20-21</a></span><br />The descendants of Ephraim: Shuthelah, Bered his son, Tahath his son, Eleadah his son, Tahath his son, / Zabad his son, and Shuthelah his son. Ezer and Elead were killed by the natives of Gath, because they went down to steal their livestock.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-30.htm">1 Chronicles 7:30-31</a></span><br />The children of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah. / The sons of Beriah: Heber, as well as Malchiel, who was the father of Birzaith.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-35.htm">1 Chronicles 7:35-36</a></span><br />The sons of his brother Helem: Zophah, Imna, Shelesh, and Amal. / The sons of Zophah: Suah, Harnepher, Shual, Beri, Imrah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-40.htm">1 Chronicles 7:40</a></span><br />All these were the descendants of Asher—heads of their families, choice and mighty men of valor, and chiefs among the leaders. The number of men fit for battle, recorded in their genealogies, was 26,000.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/8-1.htm">1 Chronicles 8:1-2</a></span><br />Benjamin was the father of Bela his firstborn, Ashbel the second, Aharah the third, / Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/8-6.htm">1 Chronicles 8:6-7</a></span><br />These were the descendants of Ehud who were the heads of the families living in Geba and were exiled to Manahath: / Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera, who carried them into exile and who was the father of Uzza and Ahihud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/8-13.htm">1 Chronicles 8:13-14</a></span><br />and Beriah and Shema (who were the heads of families living in Aijalon and who drove out the inhabitants of Gath). / Ahio, Shashak, Jeremoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/8-28.htm">1 Chronicles 8:28-29</a></span><br />All these were heads of families, the chiefs according to their genealogies, and they lived in Jerusalem. / Jeiel the father of Gibeon lived in Gibeon. His wife’s name was Maacah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/8-32.htm">1 Chronicles 8:32-33</a></span><br />and Mikloth, who was the father of Shimeah. They too lived alongside their relatives in Jerusalem. / Ner was the father of Kish, Kish was the father of Saul, and Saul was the father of Jonathan, Malchishua, Abinadab, and Esh-baal.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/8-38.htm">1 Chronicles 8:38-39</a></span><br />Azel had six sons, and these were their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. All these were the sons of Azel. / The sons of his brother Eshek: Ulam was his firstborn, Jeush second, and Eliphelet third.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/8-40.htm">1 Chronicles 8:40</a></span><br />The sons of Ulam were mighty men of valor, archers, and they had many sons and grandsons—150 in all. All these were the descendants of Benjamin.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Of Shupham, the family of the Shuphamites: of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.</p><p class="hdg">Ard and Naaman.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/8-3.htm">1 Chronicles 8:3</a></b></br> And the sons of Bela were, Addar, and Gera, and Abihud,</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/numbers/26-38.htm">Clan</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/numbers/26-40.htm">Clan</a><div class="vheading2">Numbers 26</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/26-1.htm">The sum of all Israel is taken in the plains of Moab</a></span><br><span class="reftext">52. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/26-52.htm">The law of dividing among them the inheritance of the land</a></span><br><span class="reftext">57. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/26-57.htm">The families and number of the Levites</a></span><br><span class="reftext">63. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/26-63.htm">None but Caleb and Joshua was left of those who were numbered at Sinai</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/numbers/26.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/numbers/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/numbers/26.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>the Shuphamite clan from Shupham</b><br>The Shuphamite clan is one of the families descended from Benjamin, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The mention of Shuphamites highlights the importance of genealogies in the Israelite community, as they were crucial for maintaining tribal identity and inheritance rights. The name Shupham is not widely referenced elsewhere in the Bible, suggesting that this clan may not have been as prominent as others. However, their inclusion in the census underscores the comprehensive nature of the record-keeping during Israel's wilderness period. This census, taken in the plains of Moab, was essential for organizing the Israelites before entering the Promised Land. The focus on lineage and tribal affiliation reflects the covenantal promises given to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, emphasizing the continuity of God's plan through specific family lines.<p><b>and the Huphamite clan from Hupham</b><br>The Huphamite clan, like the Shuphamites, is another family within the tribe of Benjamin. The name Hupham is similarly obscure, with limited references in the biblical text, indicating that this clan may not have been large or influential. The enumeration of the Huphamites in the census serves to affirm their place within the broader community of Israel. This inclusion is significant in the context of Numbers, as it demonstrates the fulfillment of God's promise to multiply the descendants of Israel. The detailed recording of each clan also foreshadows the division of the land of Canaan, where each tribe and clan would receive a specific inheritance. This meticulous documentation reflects the order and structure that God intended for His people, ensuring that each family had a place and a role within the nation. The emphasis on family and tribal identity can also be seen as a type pointing to the spiritual family of believers in Christ, who are united not by physical descent but by faith.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/shupham.htm">Shupham</a></b><br>A descendant of Benjamin, Shupham is the progenitor of the Shuphamite clan. The name is mentioned in the context of the second census of Israel, which was conducted to number the new generation of Israelites after the wilderness wanderings.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/h/hupham.htm">Hupham</a></b><br>Another descendant of Benjamin, Hupham is the progenitor of the Huphamite clan. Like Shupham, Hupham's lineage is part of the census that prepares the Israelites for entering the Promised Land.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_second_census.htm">The Second Census</a></b><br>This event, recorded in <a href="/bsb/numbers/26.htm">Numbers 26</a>, was a critical moment for the Israelites as it marked the transition from the old generation that left Egypt to the new generation that would enter Canaan. It was a time of preparation and organization for the future.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_heritage_and_identity.htm">The Importance of Heritage and Identity</a></b><br>Understanding our spiritual heritage is crucial for knowing our identity in Christ. Just as the Israelites were organized by their clans, Christians are part of a spiritual family with a rich history.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/preparation_for_god's_promises.htm">Preparation for God's Promises</a></b><br>The census was a preparation for entering the Promised Land. Similarly, believers are called to prepare their hearts and lives for the fulfillment of God's promises.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_across_generations.htm">Faithfulness Across Generations</a></b><br>The transition from one generation to the next highlights the importance of faithfulness. We are called to pass on our faith to the next generation, ensuring they are equipped to continue God's work.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_organization.htm">God's Sovereignty in Organization</a></b><br>The detailed organization of the tribes shows God's sovereignty and order. In our lives, we can trust that God has a plan and purpose, even in the details.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_numbers_26.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Numbers 26</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_differing_census_counts.htm">Numbers 3 - How do we reconcile these population figures with other biblical passages that present different census counts?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_i_express_my_faith_at_work.htm">How can I express my faith at work?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_rapid_tribe_growth_in_numbers_26_plausible.htm">Is the quick replenishment of certain tribes after mass deaths (Numbers 26) plausible without any record of extraordinary birth rates or other means of population growth?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/do_numbers_26_genealogies_align_or_differ.htm">Do the detailed genealogies in Numbers 26 align consistently with other biblical genealogies, or are there discrepancies that suggest later editing?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/numbers/26-39.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">the Shuphamite</span><br /><span class="heb">הַשּׁוּפָמִ֑י</span> <span class="translit">(haš·šū·p̄ā·mî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7781.htm">Strong's 7781: </a> </span><span class="str2">Shuphamites -- a Shuphamite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">clan</span><br /><span class="heb">מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת</span> <span class="translit">(miš·pa·ḥaṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4940.htm">Strong's 4940: </a> </span><span class="str2">A family, circle of relatives, a class, a species, sort, a tribe, people</span><br /><br /><span class="word">from Shupham,</span><br /><span class="heb">לִשְׁפוּפָ֕ם</span> <span class="translit">(liš·p̄ū·p̄ām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8197.htm">Strong's 8197: </a> </span><span class="str2">Shephuphan -- 'serpent-like', a Benjamite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[and] the Huphamite</span><br /><span class="heb">הַחוּפָמִֽי׃</span> <span class="translit">(ha·ḥū·p̄ā·mî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2350.htm">Strong's 2350: </a> </span><span class="str2">Huphamites -- a Chuphamite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">clan</span><br /><span class="heb">מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת</span> <span class="translit">(miš·pa·ḥaṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4940.htm">Strong's 4940: </a> </span><span class="str2">A family, circle of relatives, a class, a species, sort, a tribe, people</span><br /><br /><span class="word">from Hupham.</span><br /><span class="heb">לְחוּפָ֕ם</span> <span class="translit">(lə·ḥū·p̄ām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2349.htm">Strong's 2349: </a> </span><span class="str2">Hupham -- a Benjamite</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/numbers/26-39.htm">Numbers 26:39 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/numbers/26-39.htm">Numbers 26:39 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/numbers/26-39.htm">Numbers 26:39 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/numbers/26-39.htm">Numbers 26:39 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/numbers/26-39.htm">Numbers 26:39 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/numbers/26-39.htm">Numbers 26:39 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/numbers/26-39.htm">Numbers 26:39 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/numbers/26-39.htm">Numbers 26:39 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/numbers/26-39.htm">Numbers 26:39 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/numbers/26-39.htm">Numbers 26:39 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/numbers/26-39.htm">OT Law: Numbers 26:39 Of Shephupham the family of the Shuphamites (Nu Num.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/numbers/26-38.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Numbers 26:38"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Numbers 26:38" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/numbers/26-40.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Numbers 26:40"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Numbers 26:40" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>