Strong’s G0742

Ἀρφαξάδ

Part of speech

Proper Noun, Indeclinable

Transliteration

Arphaxad

Pronunciation

ar-fak-SAD

Definition

Arphaxad

Meaning

Arphaxad, son of Shem, and father of Cainan.

Usage

Arphaxad is a proper noun used to denote a person in the genealogies of the Bible. He is recognized as a descendant of Noah, specifically a son of Shem, and an ancestor of Abraham. His name appears in the genealogical records that trace the lineage from Noah to the patriarchs of Israel.

Bible references

Luke 3:36