Strong’s H0672

אֶפְרָת

Part of speech

proper name; proper name, of a location; proper name, feminine

Transliteration

Ephraath

Pronunciation

ef-rawth' or ef-raw-thaw'

Definition

Ephrath, Ephrathah

Meaning

Ephrath

Usage

Ephrath or Ephrathah is a geographical name used in the Hebrew Bible, often associated with Bethlehem. It is sometimes used to refer to a region or district within the territory of Judah. The name is linked to the idea of fruitfulness, reflecting the agricultural richness of the area.

Bible references

Genesis 35:16;Genesis 35:19;Genesis 48:7;Genesis 48:7;Ruth 4:11;1 Chronicles 2:19;1 Chronicles 2:50;1 Chronicles 4:4;Psalm 132:6;Micah 5:2