Topical Encyclopedia Ziphion is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of Genesis. He is recognized as one of the sons of Gad, who was one of the twelve sons of Jacob, also known as Israel. Gad was the seventh son of Jacob, born to him by Zilpah, Leah's maidservant. The descendants of Gad, including Ziphion, became one of the tribes of Israel.Biblical Reference: Ziphion is mentioned in Genesis 46:16, which lists the sons of Gad as the family of Jacob descends into Egypt during the time of famine. The verse reads: "The sons of Gad: Ziphion, Haggi, Shuni, Ezbon, Eri, Arodi, and Areli." Tribal Significance: As a descendant of Gad, Ziphion is part of the tribe that settled on the eastern side of the Jordan River. The tribe of Gad, along with the tribe of Reuben and the half-tribe of Manasseh, chose to settle in the land of Gilead, which was suitable for their large herds and flocks. This decision is recorded in Numbers 32, where the tribes request to remain in the land they had conquered rather than crossing the Jordan into Canaan. Name Meaning and Variations: The name Ziphion is believed to mean "watchman" or "lookout," reflecting a possible characteristic or role within the tribe. In some translations and genealogical records, Ziphion is also referred to as Zephon. This variation in name is seen in the genealogical listings in 1 Chronicles 5:11, where the descendants of Gad are mentioned. Cultural and Historical Context: The tribe of Gad, including the descendants of Ziphion, played a significant role in the history of Israel. Known for their valor and strength, the Gadites were renowned warriors. In 1 Chronicles 12:8, the Gadites are described as "mighty men of valor, men trained for battle, who could handle shield and spear, whose faces were like the faces of lions, and who were as swift as gazelles on the mountains." Legacy: While Ziphion himself is not a prominent figure in biblical narratives, his inclusion in the genealogical records underscores the importance of family lineage and tribal identity in the history of Israel. The descendants of Ziphion, as part of the tribe of Gad, contributed to the military and social fabric of the nation of Israel, particularly during the conquest and settlement of the Promised Land. Smith's Bible Dictionary Ziphionson of Gad (Genesis 46:18) elsewhere called Zephon. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia ZIPHIONzif'-i-on (tsiphyon, "gaze" (?) (BDB)): A "son" of Gad (Genesis 46:16) = "Zephon" of Numbers 26:15. Strong's Hebrew 6837. Tsiphyon -- perhaps "gazing," a son of Gad... 6836, 6837. Tsiphyon. 6838 . perhaps "gazing," a son of Gad. Transliteration: Tsiphyon Phonetic Spelling: (tsif-yone') Short Definition: Ziphion. ... Ziphion. ... /hebrew/6837.htm - 6k Library Chapter xlvi Thesaurus Ziphion (1 Occurrence)...ZIPHION. zif'-i-on (tsiphyon, "gaze" (?) (BDB)): A "son" of Gad (Genesis 46:16) = "Zephon" of Numbers 26:15. ... Multi-Version Concordance Ziphion (1 Occurrence). ... /z/ziphion.htm - 7k Ziph'ion (1 Occurrence) Zephon (5 Occurrences) Zephonites (1 Occurrence) Ziphims (1 Occurrence) Ezbon (2 Occurrences) Eri (2 Occurrences) Areli (2 Occurrences) Are'li (2 Occurrences) Arodi (1 Occurrence) Resources Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible ThesuarusConcordance Ziphion (1 Occurrence)Genesis 46:16 Subtopics Related Terms |
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