Biblical Reference:
Suphah is mentioned in the Old Testament in the context of Israel's wilderness journey. The specific reference to Suphah is found in Numbers 21:14, which states: "Therefore it is said in the Book of the Wars of the LORD: 'Waheb in Suphah and the wadis of the Arnon.'"

Geographical Context:
Suphah is believed to be a location in the region east of the Jordan River, possibly near the Arnon River. The exact location of Suphah is not definitively known, and it is not mentioned frequently in biblical texts. The mention in Numbers suggests it was a notable place during the Israelites' journey from Egypt to the Promised Land.

Historical and Cultural Context:
The reference to Suphah in the "Book of the Wars of the LORD" indicates that it was a site of significance, possibly related to a battle or a notable event during the Israelites' wilderness wanderings. The "Book of the Wars of the LORD" is an ancient text that is not part of the canonical Bible but is cited within the Scriptures, suggesting it was a well-known source of historical records at the time.

Theological Significance:
The mention of Suphah, along with other locations in the "Book of the Wars of the LORD," underscores the historical reality of Israel's journey and the divine interventions they experienced. It serves as a reminder of God's guidance and protection over His people as they moved towards the fulfillment of His promises. The reference to Suphah, though brief, is part of the larger narrative of God's faithfulness and the unfolding of His redemptive plan through the history of Israel.

Interpretative Considerations:
While the specific details about Suphah are limited, its inclusion in the biblical text highlights the importance of understanding the geographical and historical context of Israel's journey. It also invites readers to consider the broader narrative of God's interaction with His people and the significance of the events recorded in the Scriptures. The mention of Suphah, along with other locations, contributes to the rich tapestry of biblical history and theology, offering insights into the challenges and triumphs faced by the Israelites under God's sovereign care.(Numbers 21:14, marg.; also R.V.), a place at the south-eastern corner of the Dead Sea, the Ghor es-Safieh. This name is found in an ode quoted from the "Book of the Wars of the Lord," probably a collection of odes commemorating the triumphs of God's people (Comp. 21:14, 17, 18, 27-30). SUPHAH

soo'-fa (suphah, for wahebh becuphah; Septuagint reads ten Zoob ephlogise; the King James Version Rea Sea): Suphah is the region in which Vaheb is situated (Numbers 21:14). It is probably identical with Suph of Deuteronomy 1:1. Tristram (Land of Moab, 50) suggested identification with Ghor es-Safiyeh, a small oasis East of the mud fiats of Es-Sebkhah, South of the Dead Sea; but "the sibilants do not correspond, and Safiyeh is a specifically Arabic term (Wetzstein in Delitzsch, Gen4, 586, note 2) which does not seem to be a likely explanation of Suphah" (Gray, "Numbers," ICC, 285). This, and other questions of identification, must wait for solution until a more thorough exploration of the whole district has been accomplished.

W. Ewing

5492b. Suphah -- a place East of the Jordan
... 5492a, 5492b. Suphah. 5493 . a place East of the Jordan. Transliteration:
Suphah Short Definition: Suphah. Word Origin from suph ...
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5492a. suphah -- a storm wind
... 5492, 5492a. suphah. 5492b . a storm wind. Transliteration: suphah Short
Definition: whirlwind. ... 5492, 5492a. suphah. 5492b . Strong's Numbers.
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Suphah (1 Occurrence)
... 21:14, 17, 18, 27-30). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. SUPHAH. soo'-fa (suphah,
for wahebh becuphah; Septuagint reads ten Zoob ephlogise ...
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Suph (9 Occurrences)
... as in the AV). Some identify it with Suphah (Numbers 21:14, marg., AV)
as probably the name of a place. Others identify it with ...
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Vaheb (1 Occurrence)
... See SUPHAH. ... Numbers 21:14 Therefore it is said in the book of the Wars of Yahweh,
"Vaheb in Suphah, the valleys of the Arnon, (WEB JPS ASV BBE DBY). ...
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Valleys (38 Occurrences)
... Numbers 21:14 Therefore it is said in the book of the Wars of Yahweh, "Vaheb
in Suphah, the valleys of the Arnon, (WEB JPS ASV RSV). ...
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Wars (24 Occurrences)
... Numbers 21:14 Therefore it is said in the book of the Wars of Yahweh, "Vaheb in
Suphah, the valleys of the Arnon, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Wadis (3 Occurrences)
... Wadis (3 Occurrences). Numbers 21:14 Therefore it is said in the book of the Wars
of Yahweh, "Vaheb in Suphah, the valleys of the Arnon, (See NAS). ...
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Waheb (1 Occurrence)
... Waheb (1 Occurrence). Numbers 21:14 therefore it is said in a book, 'The wars of
Jehovah,' -- 'Waheb in Suphah, And the brooks of Arnon; (YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Ravines (17 Occurrences)
... Ravines (17 Occurrences). Numbers 21:14 Therefore it is said in the book of the
Wars of Yahweh, "Vaheb in Suphah, the valleys of the Arnon, (See NIV). ...
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Arnon (23 Occurrences)
... Numbers 21:14 Therefore it is said in the book of the Wars of Yahweh, "Vaheb in
Suphah, the valleys of the Arnon, (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Supped (2 Occurrences)

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