Lectionary Calendar
Monday, November 4th, 2024
the Week of Proper 26 / Ordinary 31
Attention!
Take your personal ministry to the Next Level by helping StudyLight build churches and supporting pastors in Uganda.
Click here to join the effort!

Bible Encyclopedias
Arrafa

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

Search for…
Resource Toolbox

is the name of the female diviners of the ancient Arabians of the North Peninsula. They belonged to a distinct tribe, and held their office by hereditary succession; and they possessed the guardianship and right of service of various local temples. The male diviners were called Kahin.

Bibliography Information
McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Arrafa'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​a/arrafa.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
adsfree-icon
Ads FreeProfile