Biblical Reference:
Shepher is mentioned in the context of the Israelites' wilderness journey in the Book of Numbers. Specifically, it is referenced in Numbers 33:23-24, which details the stages of the Israelites' travels after their exodus from Egypt.

Scriptural Citation:
According to the Berean Standard Bible , Numbers 33:23-24 states: "They set out from Kehelathah and camped at Mount Shepher. They set out from Mount Shepher and camped at Haradah."

Geographical Context:
Mount Shepher is one of the many locations listed in the itinerary of the Israelites as they journeyed through the wilderness. The exact location of Mount Shepher is not definitively known today, and it is not mentioned elsewhere in the Bible outside of this travel log. The name "Shepher" itself means "beauty" or "brightness," which may suggest a notable feature of the landscape, though this is speculative.

Historical and Theological Significance:
The mention of Mount Shepher in the wilderness journey underscores the transient and nomadic nature of the Israelites' experience during this period. Each location in the wilderness journey holds significance as part of the divine plan to lead the Israelites to the Promised Land. The journey from Egypt to Canaan was not merely a physical relocation but a formative spiritual pilgrimage, during which the Israelites were shaped as a covenant community under Yahweh's guidance.

Theologically, the wilderness journey, including the stop at Mount Shepher, serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness and provision. Despite the hardships and challenges faced by the Israelites, each stage of their journey was marked by God's presence and direction. The encampments, including Mount Shepher, are part of the broader narrative of God's redemptive work and His covenant promises to His people.

Cultural and Symbolic Insights:
In the broader biblical narrative, mountains often symbolize places of divine encounter and revelation. While there is no specific biblical account of a significant event occurring at Mount Shepher, its inclusion in the journey narrative may still carry symbolic weight. It represents one of the many steps in the Israelites' journey of faith, obedience, and reliance on God.

Conclusion:
Mount Shepher, though briefly mentioned, is a part of the rich tapestry of the Israelites' wilderness journey. It serves as a testament to the faithfulness of God in leading His people through the wilderness, providing for them, and preparing them for the fulfillment of His promises.SHEPHER

she'-fer (shepher, "beauty"): A mount near which the Israelites encamped (Numbers 33:23 f).

See WANDERINGS OF ISRAEL.

8234. Shepher -- "beauty," a mountain in the desert
... 8233, 8234. Shepher. 8235 . "beauty," a mountain in the desert. Transliteration:
Shepher Phonetic Spelling: (sheh'-fer) Short Definition: Shepher. ...
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8233. shepher -- beauty, goodliness
... 8232, 8233. shepher. 8234 . beauty, goodliness. Transliteration: shepher Phonetic
Spelling: (sheh'-fer) Short Definition: beautiful. ... shepher. 8234 . ...
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Shepher (2 Occurrences)
...SHEPHER. she'-fer (shepher, "beauty"): A mount near which the Israelites encamped
(Numbers 33:23 f). See WANDERINGS OF ISRAEL. ...Shepher (2 Occurrences). ...
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Kehelathah (2 Occurrences)
...Shepher (Numbers 33:22, 23). Situation is unknown. See WANDERINGS OF ISRAEL. ... Numbers
33:23 They traveled from Kehelathah, and encamped in Mount Shepher. ...
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Haradah (2 Occurrences)
...Shepher and Makheloth (Numbers 33:24:25). See WANDERINGS OF ISRAEL. ... Numbers
33:24 They traveled from Mount Shepher, and encamped in Haradah. ...
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Camped (100 Occurrences)
... Numbers 33:23 They traveled from Kehelathah, and encamped in Mount Shepher. ... Numbers
33:24 They traveled from Mount Shepher, and encamped in Haradah. ...
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Encamped (115 Occurrences)
... Numbers 33:23 They traveled from Kehelathah, and encamped in Mount Shepher. ... Numbers
33:24 They traveled from Mount Shepher, and encamped in Haradah. ...
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Shephe'lah (10 Occurrences)
Shephe'lah. Shephelah, Shephe'lah. Shepher . Multi-Version Concordance ... (See
RSV). Shephelah, Shephe'lah. Shepher . Reference Bible.
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Traveled (104 Occurrences)
... (WEB). Numbers 33:23 They traveled from Kehelathah, and encamped in Mount Shepher. ...
Numbers 33:24 They traveled from Mount Shepher, and encamped in Haradah. ...
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Encamp (108 Occurrences)
... Numbers 33:23 They traveled from Kehelathah, and encamped in Mount Shepher. ... Numbers
33:24 They traveled from Mount Shepher, and encamped in Haradah. ...
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Journeyed (111 Occurrences)
... Numbers 33:23 And they journeyed from Kehelathah, and encamped in mount Shepher. ...
Numbers 33:24 And they journeyed from mount Shepher, and encamped in Haradah. ...
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Kehela'thah (2 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). Numbers 33:23 And they journeyed from Kehelah, and pitched in mount Shepher.
(See RSV). Kehelathah, Kehela'thah. Keilah . Reference Bible.
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