Jephunneh Summary
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Jephunneh, a Kenizzite, was the father of Caleb, one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore Canaan.
father of Caleb (NUM 13:6)
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Jephunneh
he that beholds
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Jephunneh
· Also called · H3312 none · NUM 13:6 [perhaps] may he [G-d] turn or turned
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יְפֻנֶּֽה
yəfunah · H3312 · NUM 13:6 [perhaps] may he [G-d] turn or turned
- he יְפֻנֶּה · H3312G
- el Ιεφοννη Iephonnē · none · NUM 13:6
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Conditional birth estimate · c. 1575 BC – 1550 BC
Conditional birth bounds under generation assumptions; not attested parental ages, biological limits or a lifespan.
Below are relatives with a selected birth year, the generations separating them, and the interval allowed by each anchor. Each relative’s page shows available dates and sources. The overall estimate uses the intersection of the allowed intervals.
| Relative / anchor year | Generations | Conditional interval |
|---|---|---|
| Caleb · 1530 BC Descendant |
1 20–45 years per generation |
c. 1575 BC – 1550 BC |
Jephunneh Article
STEPBible TIPNR
Jephunneh, a Kenizzite, was the father of Caleb, a prominent figure in the Old Testament. Caleb was chosen as one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore the land of Canaan. Along with Joshua, Caleb was one of the two spies who brought back a positive report and encouraged the Israelites to trust in God and take possession of the land. As a result, Caleb and Joshua were the only two adults from their generation permitted to enter Canaan. Jephunneh's Kenizzite background suggests that he may have been a descendant of the Kenizzites, a non-Israelite tribe that was later absorbed into the tribe of Judah. Caleb's inheritance in the Promised Land, including Hebron and its surrounding areas, is mentioned multiple times in connection with Jephunneh, emphasizing the faithfulness and obedience of this father-son duo.
Jephunneh 1 Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
The father of Caleb, who was Joshua’s companion in exploring Canaan (Num. 13:6), a Kenezite (Josh. 14:14).
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