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Phinehas

Meaning

Probably means "Nubian" from the Egyptian name Panhsj, though some believe it means "serpent's mouth

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Famous People Named Phinehas

Phinehas Richards

Phinehas Howe Richards (November 15, 1788 – November 25, 1874) was an early leader in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) and in Utah Territory.

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Phinehas Ball

Phinehas Ball (January 18, 1824 – December 19, 1894) was an American politician who served as the mayor of Worcester, Massachusetts in 1865.

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Phinehas Barnes

Phinehas Barnes (January 21, 1811August 21, 1871) was an American lawyer, newspaper editor, and politician from Maine.

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Phinehas X ben Matzliach ben Phinehas

Asher ben Matzliach ben Phinhas was the 126th Samaritan High Priest from 1982-1984.

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Phinehas

According to the Hebrew Bible, Phinehas or Phineas (; , Finees, ) was a priest during the Israelites’ Exodus journey.

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Phinehas in Other Languages

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