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Ephai எப்பாயி
👦 Boy 📜 Hebrew
💡 Meaning & Tamil Translation:
Gloomy Transformed to Bright / Bird of Dawn
தமிழ் அர்த்தம்: விடியலின் பறவை

Netophathite whose sons were captains of forces who came to Gedaliah at Mizpah.

Jeremiah 40:8

📜 Biblical History & Significance of Ephai

In the prophetic scriptures and post-exilic restoration registers, Ephai (எப்பாயி) is an authentic Hebrew name meaning "Gloomy Transformed to Bright / Bird of Dawn". Scripture introduces this person as netophathite whose sons were captains of forces who came to gedaliah at mizpah (Jeremiah 40:8).

Found in Jeremiah 40:8, their witness during times of exile, wall-building, or spiritual revival proves that God's promises can never be extinguished by foreign empires or spiritual despair.

The name Ephai reminds contemporary believers that God restores ruined places and renews repentant hearts. Its meaning-"Gloomy Transformed to Bright / Bird of Dawn"-inspires steadfast hope in dark times.

📖 Key Scripture Milestones & Passages

Jeremiah 40:8 Primary Scripture Citation
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