Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
zilpah
proper noun
/ˈzɪl.pə/
Definition
A biblical name that refers to one of Jacob’s concubines, who bore him several children. It is derived from Hebrew origins.
Examples
- Zilpah was one of the four women Jacob had children with.
- The story of Zilpah is mentioned in the Book of Genesis.
Meaning
Zilpah signifies a ‘nothing’ or ‘mist’ in Hebrew, often associated with the idea of being insignificant or light.
Synonyms
- None
