Strong’s H8227

שָׁפָן

Part of speech

noun masculine; proper name, masculine

Transliteration

shaphan

Pronunciation

shah-fahn'

Definition

Rock hyrax, coney

Meaning

a species of rockrabbit, the hyrax

Usage

The term "shaphan" refers to a small, herbivorous mammal known as the rock hyrax or coney. It is mentioned in the Bible as an animal that is not kosher, as it chews the cud but does not have a split hoof (Leviticus 11:5; Deuteronomy 14:7). The shaphan is noted for its habit of living among the rocks, which provides it with protection from predators.

Bible references

Leviticus 11:5;Deuteronomy 14:7;2 Kings 22:3;2 Kings 22:8;2 Kings 22:8;2 Kings 22:9;2 Kings 22:10;2 Kings 22:10;2 Kings 22:12;2 Kings 22:12;2 Kings 22:14;2 Kings 25:22;2 Chronicles 34:8;2 Chronicles 34:15;2 Chronicles 34:15;2 Chronicles 34:16;2 Chronicles 34:18;2 Chronicles 34:18;2 Chronicles 34:20;2 Chronicles 34:20;Psalm 104:18;Proverbs 30:26;Jeremiah 26:24;Jeremiah 29:3;Jeremiah 36:10