Overview
Nepheg appears in Scripture as the name of two individuals in Israel's genealogical records. The first was a son of Izhar, a Levite and grandson of Kohath, belonging to the priestly line of Aaron. The second Nepheg was born to King David during his reign in Jerusalem, listed among his sons born to him in the city.
Key Scriptures
"The sons of Izhar: Korah, Nepheg, and Zichri" (1 Chronicles 15:24, ESV).
"These were born to him in Jerusalem: Shimea, Shobab, Nathan, and Solomon, four by Bath-shua the daughter of Ammiel; then Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, and Japhia" (2 Samuel 5:14-15, ESV).
"The sons born to him in Jerusalem were Shimea, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon, Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia, Elishama, Eliada, and Eliphelet" (1 Chronicles 3:5-8, ESV).
Application
These genealogical records remind us that God preserves the names and lineages of His people throughout history, demonstrating His faithfulness across generations.