Saph, also known as Sippai, was a giant living at the time of Israel's united kingdom, first mentioned in 2 Samuel 21:18, and was the son of Rapha and brother of Goliath, Ishbi-benob, Lahmi, and another huge man.
About Saph
A descendant of the giants, who was killed by Sibbecai the Hushathite (one of David's warriors). Sibbecai killed Saph at Gad in a battle between Israel and Philistia (2 Samuel 21:18). Another name for Saph was Sippai (1 Chronicles 20:4).
Family Relationships
- Parents
- Rapha
- Half-siblings 4
- Goliath, Ishbi-benob, Lahmi, Huge Man
Key References
Some time later at Gob, there was another battle with the Philistines. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Saph, a descendant of Rapha.
Some time later, war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, a descendant of the Rephaim, and the Philistines were subdued.
All Scripture References (2)
2 Samuel (1)
Some time later at Gob, there was another battle with the Philistines. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Saph, a descendant of Rapha.
1 Chronicles (1)
Some time later, war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, a descendant of the Rephaim, and the Philistines were subdued.