Topical Encyclopedia The Naph-tu'him are mentioned in the genealogical records of the Bible, specifically in the Table of Nations found in Genesis 10. They are listed as one of the descendants of Mizraim, who was a son of Ham, the son of Noah. The relevant passage in the Berean Standard Bible reads: "The sons of Ham: Cush, Mizraim, Put, and Canaan. The sons of Mizraim: the Ludites, Anamites, Lehabites, Naphtuhites, Pathrusites, Casluhites (from whom the Philistines came), and the Caphtorites." (Genesis 10:6, 13-14) The Naph-tu'him, or Naphtuhites, are thus identified as a people group descending from Mizraim, which is often associated with Egypt. This connection suggests that the Naph-tu'him were likely an ancient people who inhabited regions in or around Egypt. The exact location and historical details of the Naph-tu'him are not extensively detailed in the biblical text, and as such, much of their identity remains a subject of scholarly inquiry and debate. In the context of biblical history, the mention of the Naph-tu'him serves to illustrate the spread and diversification of peoples following the Flood, as described in the early chapters of Genesis. The Table of Nations is a foundational text for understanding the biblical worldview of human origins and the distribution of nations across the earth. The Naph-tu'him are also mentioned in 1 Chronicles 1:11-12, which reiterates the genealogical record found in Genesis: "Mizraim was the father of the Ludites, Anamites, Lehabites, Naphtuhites, Pathrusites, Casluhites (from whom the Philistines descended), and the Caphtorites." (1 Chronicles 1:11-12) The repetition of this genealogy in 1 Chronicles underscores its importance in the biblical narrative, providing a consistent record of the descendants of Noah's sons and their role in the unfolding history of the nations. While the Bible does not provide further details about the Naph-tu'him beyond their genealogical listing, their inclusion in the Table of Nations highlights the interconnectedness of the ancient world and the shared ancestry of various peoples. The Naph-tu'him, like other groups mentioned in these genealogies, contribute to the broader biblical theme of God's sovereignty over the nations and His unfolding plan for humanity. Concordance Naph-tu'him (2 Occurrences)Genesis 10:13 1 Chronicles 1:11 Thesaurus Naph-tu'him (2 Occurrences)Naph-tu'him. Naphtuhim, Naph-tu'him. Naphtuhites . Multi-Version Concordance Naph-tu'him (2 Occurrences). Genesis 10:13 And Mizraim ... /n/naph-tu'him.htm - 6k Naphtuhim (2 Occurrences) Naphtuhites (2 Occurrences) Resources Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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