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H456 · Hebrew · Old Testament
אֱלִיחֹרֶף
Elichoreph
Proper noun, masculine
God of Autumn / God Is My Reward

Definition

Elichoreph (אֱלִיחֹרֶף) is a Hebrew proper name meaning "God of the harvest" or possibly "God is my reward/compensation." It combines eli (my God) and choreph (autumn, harvest season, or early rain season). The name appears once in Scripture: 1 Kings 4:3, identifying one of Solomon's two secretaries (scribes).

Usage & Theological Significance

As Solomon's royal secretary, Elichoreph held one of the most strategic administrative positions in the ancient Near East. Royal scribes documented decrees, managed correspondence, and preserved institutional memory. The name "God of the Harvest" or "God Is My Reward" suggests that the fruit of diligent work is credited to God's provision, not merely human effort. The harvest in Hebrew thought was a moment of covenant faithfulness — God had promised: "I will send rain on your land in its season" (Deuteronomy 11:14). Elichoreph's service in Solomon's administration of wisdom and justice extended that harvest theology into human governance. All fruitful work, even bureaucratic and intellectual labor, is a gift from the God of seasons.

Key Bible Verses

1 Kings 4:3 Elihoreph and Ahijah, sons of Shisha — secretaries; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud — recorder.
Deuteronomy 11:14 then I will send rain on your land in its season, both autumn and spring rains, so that you may gather in your grain, new wine and olive oil.
Proverbs 10:5 He who gathers crops in summer is a prudent son, but he who sleeps during harvest is a disgraceful son.
Galatians 6:9 Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.
Psalm 65:11 You crown the year with your bounty, and your carts overflow with abundance.

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