Numbers 26:39
New International Version
through Shupham, the Shuphamite clan; through Hupham, the Huphamite clan.

New Living Translation
The Shuphamite clan, named after their ancestor Shupham. The Huphamite clan, named after their ancestor Hupham.

English Standard Version
of Shephupham, the clan of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the clan of the Huphamites.

Berean Standard Bible
the Shuphamite clan from Shupham, and the Huphamite clan from Hupham.

King James Bible
Of Shupham, the family of the Shuphamites: of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.

New King James Version
of Shupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.

New American Standard Bible
of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.

NASB 1995
of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.

NASB 1977
of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.

Legacy Standard Bible
of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.

Amplified Bible
of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.

Christian Standard Bible
the Shuphamite clan from Shupham; the Huphamite clan from Hupham.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
the Shuphamite clan from Shupham; the Huphamite clan from Hupham.

American Standard Version
of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.

English Revised Version
of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites: of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
the family of Shupham, and the family of Hupham.

Good News Translation
Shephupham, and Hupham.

International Standard Version
from Shephupham, the family of the descendants of Shephupham; and from Hupham, the family of the descendants of Hupham.

Majority Standard Bible
the Shuphamite clan from Shupham, and the Huphamite clan from Hupham.

NET Bible
from Shupham, the family of the Shuphamites; from Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.

New Heart English Bible
of Shuppim, the family of the Shuppimites; of Huppim, the family of the Huppimites.

Webster's Bible Translation
Of Shupham, the family of the Shuphamites: of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.

World English Bible
of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
of Shupham the family of the Shuphamite; of Hupham the family of the Huphamite.

Young's Literal Translation
of Shupham the family of the Shuphamite; of Hupham the family of the Huphamite.

Smith's Literal Translation
To Shupham, the families of the Shuphamites; to Hupham, the families of the Huphamites.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Supham, of whom is the family of the Suphamites: Hupham, of whom is the family of the Huphamites.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Shupham, from whom is the family of the Shuphamites; Hupham, from whom is the family of the Huphamites.

New American Bible
through Shupham, the clan of the Shuphamites; through Hupham, the clan of the Huphamites.

New Revised Standard Version
of Shephupham, the clan of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the clan of the Huphamites.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Of Shupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Shupham, the family of Shupham, Khuphim, the family of Khuphim.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
of Shephupham, the family of the Shuphamites; of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
To Sophan, the family of the Sophanites.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Tribe of Benjamin
38These were the descendants of Benjamin by their clans: The Belaite clan from Bela, the Ashbelite clan from Ashbel, the Ahiramite clan from Ahiram, 39the Shuphamite clan from Shupham, and the Huphamite clan from Hupham. 40And the descendants of Bela from Ard and Naaman were the Ardite clan from Ard and the Naamite clan from Naaman.…

Cross References
Genesis 46:16-18
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.

Exodus 6:15
The sons of Simeon were Jemuel, Jamin, Ohad, Jachin, Zohar, and Shaul, the son of a Canaanite woman. These were the clans of Simeon.

1 Chronicles 7:12
The Shuppites and Huppites were descendants of Ir, and the Hushites were descendants of Aher.

1 Chronicles 7:14-15
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.

1 Chronicles 7:20-21
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.

1 Chronicles 7:30-31
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.

1 Chronicles 7:35-36
The sons of his brother Helem: Zophah, Imna, Shelesh, and Amal. / The sons of Zophah: Suah, Harnepher, Shual, Beri, Imrah,

1 Chronicles 7:40
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.

1 Chronicles 8:1-2
Benjamin was the father of Bela his firstborn, Ashbel the second, Aharah the third, / Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth.

1 Chronicles 8:6-7
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.

1 Chronicles 8:13-14
and Beriah and Shema (who were the heads of families living in Aijalon and who drove out the inhabitants of Gath). / Ahio, Shashak, Jeremoth,

1 Chronicles 8:28-29
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,

1 Chronicles 8:32-33
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.

1 Chronicles 8:38-39
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.

1 Chronicles 8:40
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.


Treasury of Scripture

Of Shupham, the family of the Shuphamites: of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.

Ard and Naaman.

1 Chronicles 8:3
And the sons of Bela were, Addar, and Gera, and Abihud,

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The Shuphamite clan
The term "Shuphamite" refers to the descendants of Shupham, a member of the tribe of Benjamin. The Hebrew root for Shupham is "שׁוּפָם" (Shupham), which is believed to be derived from a word meaning "serpent" or "to twist." This could symbolize the intricate and sometimes challenging nature of the tribe's history and their journey through the wilderness. The Shuphamites, as part of the Benjamite lineage, were integral to the formation of Israel's identity, representing resilience and continuity. Historically, the tribe of Benjamin held a significant position among the tribes of Israel, often noted for their warrior skills and strategic importance.

from Shupham
The phrase "from Shupham" indicates the geographical or familial origin of the clan. In the context of the Israelite census, it underscores the importance of lineage and heritage in the organization of the tribes. The emphasis on origin reflects the biblical theme of God's promise to Abraham regarding his descendants, highlighting the fulfillment of divine promises through specific family lines. This also serves as a reminder of the covenantal relationship between God and His people, where each clan plays a role in the unfolding of God's plan.

the Huphamite clan
"Huphamite" refers to the descendants of Hupham, another member of the tribe of Benjamin. The Hebrew root "חוּפָם" (Hupham) is less clear in its etymology but is associated with the Benjamite lineage. The Huphamites, like the Shuphamites, contribute to the rich tapestry of Israel's tribal structure. Their mention in the census underscores the importance of each family unit in the collective identity of the nation. The Huphamites' inclusion in the biblical record serves as a testament to the value of every individual and family in God's eyes, reinforcing the idea that all are part of His divine purpose.

from Hupham
The phrase "from Hupham" again highlights the significance of origin and lineage. It serves as a reminder of the historical and spiritual journey of the Israelites, where each clan's roots are acknowledged and preserved. This acknowledgment of origin is crucial in understanding the broader narrative of the Israelites' journey to the Promised Land. It reflects the biblical principle that God is faithful to His promises, ensuring that each tribe and clan has a place in His divine plan. The emphasis on origin also points to the importance of remembering one's heritage and the lessons learned from past generations in the journey of faith.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
the Shuphamite
הַשּׁוּפָמִ֑י (haš·šū·p̄ā·mî)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7781: Shuphamites -- a Shuphamite

clan
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת (miš·pa·ḥaṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4940: A family, circle of relatives, a class, a species, sort, a tribe, people

from Shupham,
לִשְׁפוּפָ֕ם (liš·p̄ū·p̄ām)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8197: Shephuphan -- 'serpent-like', a Benjamite

[and] the Huphamite
הַחוּפָמִֽי׃ (ha·ḥū·p̄ā·mî)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2350: Huphamites -- a Chuphamite

clan
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת (miš·pa·ḥaṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4940: A family, circle of relatives, a class, a species, sort, a tribe, people

from Hupham.
לְחוּפָ֕ם (lə·ḥū·p̄ām)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2349: Hupham -- a Benjamite


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