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translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/2_samuel/5.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/2_samuel/5.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/2_samuel/5.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/2_samuel/5.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/2_samuel/5.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Ibhar also, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/2_samuel/5.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/2_samuel/5.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/2_samuel/5.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/2_samuel/5.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/2_samuel/5.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/2_samuel/5.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/2_samuel/5.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/2_samuel/5.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/2_samuel/5.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />and Ibhar, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/2_samuel/5.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/2_samuel/5.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />and Ibhar, and Elishua; and Nepheg, and Japhia;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/2_samuel/5.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/2_samuel/5.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/2_samuel/5.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/2_samuel/5.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/2_samuel/5.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/2_samuel/5.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />and Ibhar, and Elishua, and Eliphelet, and Nogah, and Nepheg, and Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/2_samuel/5.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Ibhar also, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/2_samuel/5.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia, <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/2_samuel/5.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and Ibhar, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/2_samuel/5.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and Ibhar, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/2_samuel/5.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And Ibhar and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia,<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/2_samuel/5.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And Jebahar, and Elisua, and Nepheg, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/2_samuel/5.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />and Ibhar, and Elishua, and Nepheg,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/2_samuel/5.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/2_samuel/5.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/2_samuel/5.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Jocabar, Elisha, Nepheg, Naphia,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/2_samuel/5.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And Yukabar and Elisha and Nephag and Naphi<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/2_samuel/5.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />and Ibhar, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/2_samuel/5.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And Ebear, and Elisue, and Naphec, and Jephies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/2_samuel/5-15.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/_0ajZHUzMKw?start=1325" 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/2_samuel/5.htm">David's Family Grows</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">14</span>These are the names of the children born to him in Jerusalem: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon, <span class="reftext">15</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2984.htm" title="2984: wə·yiḇ·ḥār (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- He chooses, a son of David. From bachar; choice; Jibchar, an Israelite.">Ibhar,</a> <a href="/hebrew/474.htm" title="474: we·’ĕ·lî·šū·a‘ (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- God is salvation, a son of David. From 'el and shuwa'; God of supplication; Elishua, the son of King David.">Elishua,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5298.htm" title="5298: wə·ne·p̄eḡ (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Two Isr. From an unused root probably meaning to spring forth; a sprout; Nepheg, the name of two Israelites.">Nepheg,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3309.htm" title="3309: wə·yā·p̄î·a‘ (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- From yapha'; bright; Japhia, the name of a Canaanite, an Israelite, and a place in Palestine.">Japhia,</a> </span><span class="reftext">16</span>Elishama, Eliada, and Eliphelet.…<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="/1_chronicles/14-5.htm">1 Chronicles 14:5</a></span><br />Ibhar, Elishua, Elpelet,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/3-5.htm">1 Chronicles 3:5-9</a></span><br />and these sons were born to him in Jerusalem: Shimea, Shobab, Nathan, and Solomon. These four were born to him by Bathsheba daughter of Ammiel. / David’s other sons were Ibhar, Elishua, Eliphelet, / Nogah, Nepheg, Japhia, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/14-3.htm">1 Chronicles 14:3-7</a></span><br />And David took more wives in Jerusalem and became the father of more sons and daughters. / These are the names of the children born to him in Jerusalem: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon, / Ibhar, Elishua, Elpelet, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/3-1.htm">1 Chronicles 3:1-4</a></span><br />These were the sons of David who were born to him in Hebron: The firstborn was Amnon by Ahinoam of Jezreel; the second was Daniel by Abigail of Carmel; / the third was Absalom the son of Maacah daughter of King Talmai of Geshur; the fourth was Adonijah the son of Haggith; / the fifth was Shephatiah by Abital; and the sixth was Ithream by his wife Eglah. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-5.htm">1 Kings 1:5-6</a></span><br />At that time Adonijah, David’s son by Haggith, began to exalt himself, saying, “I will be king!” And he acquired chariots and horsemen and fifty men to run ahead of him. / (His father had never once reprimanded him by saying, “Why do you act this way?” Adonijah was also very handsome, born next after Absalom.)<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/2-15.htm">1 Kings 2:15</a></span><br />“You know that the kingship was mine,” he said. “All Israel expected that I should reign, but the kingship has turned to my brother, for it has come to him from the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-9.htm">1 Kings 1:9</a></span><br />And Adonijah sacrificed sheep, oxen, and fattened calves near the stone of Zoheleth, which is next to En-rogel. He invited all his royal brothers and all the men of Judah who were servants of the king.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-25.htm">1 Kings 1:25</a></span><br />For today he has gone down and sacrificed an abundance of oxen, fattened calves, and sheep, and has invited all the sons of the king, the commanders of the army, and Abiathar the priest. And behold, they are eating and drinking before him, saying, ‘Long live King Adonijah!’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-11.htm">1 Kings 1:11</a></span><br />Then Nathan said to Bathsheba the mother of Solomon, “Have you not heard that Adonijah son of Haggith has become king, and our lord David does not know it?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-13.htm">1 Kings 1:13</a></span><br />Go at once to King David and say, ‘My lord the king, did you not swear to your maidservant, “Surely your son Solomon will reign after me, and he will sit on my throne”? Why then has Adonijah become king?’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/1-6.htm">Matthew 1:6</a></span><br />and Jesse the father of David the king. Next: David was the father of Solomon by Uriah’s wife,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/1-1.htm">Matthew 1:1-17</a></span><br />This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. / Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/3-31.htm">Luke 3:31</a></span><br />the son of Melea, the son of Menna, the son of Mattatha, the son of Nathan, the son of David,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/1-32.htm">Luke 1:32</a></span><br />He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/13-22.htm">Acts 13:22</a></span><br />After removing Saul, He raised up David as their king and testified about him: ‘I have found David son of Jesse a man after My own heart; he will carry out My will in its entirety.’</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Ibhar also, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia,</p><p class="hdg">Elishua.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/3-6.htm">1 Chronicles 3:6</a></b></br> Ibhar also, and Elishama, and Eliphelet,</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/14-5.htm">1 Chronicles 14:5</a></b></br> And Ibhar, and Elishua, and Elpalet,</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_chronicles/14-5.htm">Elishua</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/14-5.htm">Eli'shu-A</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/14-5.htm">Ibhar</a> <a href="/joshua/19-12.htm">Japhia</a> <a href="/joshua/10-3.htm">Japhi'a</a> <a href="/exodus/6-21.htm">Nepheg</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_chronicles/3-6.htm">Elishua</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/14-5.htm">Eli'shu-A</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/3-6.htm">Ibhar</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/3-7.htm">Japhia</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/3-7.htm">Japhi'a</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/3-7.htm">Nepheg</a><div class="vheading2">2 Samuel 5</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/5-1.htm">The tribes come to Hebron and anoint David over Israel,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/5-4.htm">David's age</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/5-6.htm">Taking Zion from the Jebusites, he dwells in it</a></span><br><span class="reftext">11. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/5-11.htm">Hiram sends to David,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/5-13.htm">Eleven sons are born to him in Jerusalem</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/5-17.htm">David, directed by God, smites the Philistines at Baal-perazim</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/5-22.htm">And again at the mulberry trees</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/2_samuel/5.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_samuel/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/2_samuel/5.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Ibhar</b><br>Ibhar is one of the sons of King David, born in Jerusalem after David established his reign there. The name Ibhar means "He chooses" or "He elects," which may reflect the divine selection of David's lineage. This name is not mentioned elsewhere in the Bible, indicating that Ibhar may not have played a significant role in the biblical narrative. However, his inclusion in the list of David's sons underscores the importance of David's family in the establishment of the Davidic dynasty, which is central to the messianic prophecies concerning Jesus Christ, who is often referred to as the "Son of David" (<a href="/matthew/1.htm">Matthew 1:1</a>).<p><b>Elishua</b><br>Elishua, another son of David, has a name meaning "God is salvation." This name reflects a common theme in the Bible, emphasizing reliance on God's deliverance. Elishua is sometimes identified with Elishama in other biblical genealogies (<a href="/1_chronicles/3-6.htm">1 Chronicles 3:6</a>), suggesting possible variations in the recording of names. The theme of salvation is central to the Christian faith, with Jesus Christ being the ultimate fulfillment of God's promise of salvation to His people (<a href="/luke/2-30.htm">Luke 2:30</a>).<p><b>Nepheg</b><br>Nepheg is listed among David's sons, though little is known about him beyond his inclusion in this genealogy. His name means "sprout" or "shoot," which can symbolize new growth or beginnings. This imagery is reminiscent of the prophetic "Branch" from the line of David, a title used for the Messiah (<a href="/jeremiah/23-5.htm">Jeremiah 23:5</a>). The concept of a "shoot" or "branch" growing from David's line is a powerful messianic symbol, pointing to Jesus as the fulfillment of God's promise to establish an everlasting kingdom through David's descendants.<p><b>Japhia</b><br>Japhia, another son of David, has a name meaning "shining" or "splendid." This name may reflect the hope and promise associated with David's reign and the future glory of his lineage. The idea of light and splendor is a recurring theme in Scripture, often associated with God's presence and revelation (<a href="/psalms/27.htm">Psalm 27:1</a>). In the New Testament, Jesus is described as the "light of the world" (<a href="/john/8-12.htm">John 8:12</a>), bringing spiritual illumination and truth. Japhia's name, therefore, can be seen as a foreshadowing of the greater glory to come through Jesus Christ, the true light.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/i/ibhar.htm">Ibhar</a></b><br>One of the sons of King David, mentioned in the genealogical records of David's family. His name means "He chooses" or "He elects" in Hebrew.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/e/elishua.htm">Elishua</a></b><br>Another son of David, whose name means "God is salvation." This name reflects the theocentric focus of David's family and their reliance on God.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/n/nepheg.htm">Nepheg</a></b><br>A lesser-known son of David, with a name that may mean "sprout" or "shoot," indicating growth or new beginnings.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/j/japhia.htm">Japhia</a></b><br>Also a son of David, his name means "shining" or "splendid," suggesting a sense of brightness or prominence.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/d/david's_reign_in_jerusalem.htm">David's Reign in Jerusalem</a></b><br>This verse is part of the larger context of David's reign in Jerusalem, where he established his kingdom and expanded his family.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_family_in_god's_plan.htm">The Importance of Family in God's Plan</a></b><br>David's family, including his sons, played a crucial role in the unfolding of God's covenant promises. Families today are also integral to God's work and should be nurtured and valued.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/n/names_reflecting_faith.htm">Names Reflecting Faith</a></b><br>The names of David's sons often reflect attributes of God or aspects of faith. This can inspire us to consider how our own names and identities reflect our relationship with God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/legacy_and_influence.htm">Legacy and Influence</a></b><br>David's sons were part of his legacy, impacting the future of Israel. We should consider the legacy we are building and how it aligns with God's purposes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_family_dynamics.htm">God's Sovereignty in Family Dynamics</a></b><br>Despite the complexities and challenges within David's family, God's sovereign plan was at work. We can trust God to work through our family situations, no matter how complicated.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/growth_and_new_beginnings.htm">Growth and New Beginnings</a></b><br>Names like Nepheg remind us of growth and new beginnings. In our spiritual lives, we should be open to the new things God wants to do in and through us.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_samuel_5.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 5</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_pure_word_bible_(pwb).htm">Who were the children of King David?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/1_chronicles_14_5-7__exaggeration_or_culture.htm">1 Chronicles 14:5-7 - Does the large number of children born to David in Jerusalem suggest an exaggerated account or a cultural practice at odds with later moral teachings?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_king_david_deceive_and_kill.htm">Why does King David, described elsewhere as righteous (1 Kings 15:5), resort to deceit and murder in 2 Samuel 11:14-17?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_were_the_sons_of_david.htm">Who were the sons of David?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/2_samuel/5-15.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">Ibhar,</span><br /><span class="heb">וְיִבְחָ֥ר</span> <span class="translit">(wə·yiḇ·ḥār)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2984.htm">Strong's 2984: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ibhar -- 'He chooses', a son of David</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Elishua,</span><br /><span class="heb">וֶאֱלִישׁ֖וּעַ</span> <span class="translit">(we·’ĕ·lî·šū·a‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_474.htm">Strong's 474: </a> </span><span class="str2">Elishua -- 'God is salvation', a son of David</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Nepheg,</span><br /><span class="heb">וְנֶ֥פֶג</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ne·p̄eḡ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5298.htm">Strong's 5298: </a> </span><span class="str2">Nepheg -- two Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Japhia,</span><br /><span class="heb">וְיָפִֽיעַ׃</span> <span class="translit">(wə·yā·p̄î·a‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3309.htm">Strong's 3309: </a> </span><span class="str2">Japhia -- a king of Lachish, also a son of David, also a place on the border of Zebulun</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_samuel/5-15.htm">2 Samuel 5:15 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/2_samuel/5-15.htm">2 Samuel 5:15 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/2_samuel/5-15.htm">2 Samuel 5:15 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/2_samuel/5-15.htm">2 Samuel 5:15 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/2_samuel/5-15.htm">2 Samuel 5:15 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/2_samuel/5-15.htm">2 Samuel 5:15 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_samuel/5-15.htm">2 Samuel 5:15 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_samuel/5-15.htm">2 Samuel 5:15 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/2_samuel/5-15.htm">2 Samuel 5:15 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/2_samuel/5-15.htm">2 Samuel 5:15 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/2_samuel/5-15.htm">OT History: 2 Samuel 5:15 And Ibhar and Elishua and Nepheg (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_samuel/5-14.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Samuel 5:14"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 5:14" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_samuel/5-16.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Samuel 5:16"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 5:16" /></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>