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Shapher

Shapher was a wilderness encampment where the Israelites stopped during their forty-year journey from Egypt to Canaan. It appears in the itinerary of Israel's travels recorded in Numbers 33.

Overview

Shapher was one of the stations in Israel's wilderness wanderings after the Exodus from Egypt. The Israelites camped at this location during their journey through the desert toward the Promised Land. While little detail is provided about Shapher itself, its inclusion in the travel record demonstrates God's guidance and provision throughout Israel's forty-year pilgrimage.

Key Scriptures

"They left Kehelathah and camped at Mount Shepher" (Numbers 33:23, ESV). "They left Mount Shepher and camped at Haradah" (Numbers 33:24, ESV).

Application

The detailed record of Israel's journey reminds us that God faithfully guides His people through every stage of their spiritual pilgrimage, and we can trust His provision as we follow Him today.

✦ Scripture References 2 references
✦ Topical Scripture Breakdown 2 verses
A mountain, camping place of the Israelites in the desert.