Overview
Zepho (also spelled Zephi) was one of the sons of Eliphaz, who was the firstborn son of Esau. Through this lineage, Zepho was a grandson of Esau and part of the Edomite nation. He is mentioned in the genealogical records as one of the tribal chiefs or leaders of Edom, indicating he held a position of significance among his people.
Key Scriptures
"The sons of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam, and Kenaz" (Genesis 36:11, ESV).
"These are the chiefs of the sons of Eliphaz the firstborn of Esau: the chiefs Teman, Omar, Zepho, Kenaz" (Genesis 36:15, ESV).
"The sons of Eliphaz: Teman, Omar, Zephi, Gatam, and Kenaz" (1 Chronicles 1:36, ESV).
Application
While Zepho himself is not prominent in biblical narrative, his inclusion in genealogical records reminds us that God numbers and accounts for all generations, and that every person has a place in His sovereign plan.