Metaphysical meaning of Naphish (mbd)
Naphish (in A.V., I Chronicles 5:19, Nephish), na'-phish (Heb.)--recreated; refreshed; reinspired; animated; living; breathing; rational; soul; mind; spirit.
a Son of Ishmael (Gen. 25:15); b also his descendants (I Chron. 5:19).
Meta. Naphish refers to the activity of the very breath of life by which every living creature is animated and inspired, either consciously or unconsciously.
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Preceding Entry: Naomi
Following Entry: Naphtali
