The Hebrew phrase qeren hap-pûwk, represented by H7163, literally means horn of cosmetic. It appears 1 time in 1 unique verse in the entire Bible. This term is used exclusively as the proper name Keren-happuch, one of the daughters born to Job after his period of suffering.
The sole appearance of H7163 is in the narrative of Job's restoration. The verse states that Job "called H7121 the name H8034 of the first H259, Jemima H3224; and the name H8034 of the second H8145, Kezia H7103; and the name H8034 of the third H7992, Kerenhappuch H7163" Job 42:14. In this context, Keren-happuch is identified as the third daughter given to Job, signifying a return of blessing and family.
Several related words provide context for the naming of Keren-happuch:
- H3224 Yᵉmîymâh (Jemimah): The name given to Job's first daughter, defined as "properly, warm, i.e. affectionate; hence, dove." She is named in the same verse as her sisters Job 42:14.
- H7103 Qᵉtsîyʻâh (Kezia): The name of Job's second daughter, listed immediately before Keren-happuch Job 42:14.
- H7992 shᵉlîyshîy (third): This ordinal number establishes Keren-happuch's specific position among her siblings Job 42:14, distinguishing her as the third daughter born to Job after his trials.
The significance of H7163 is tied to its meaning and the narrative context of Job's restoration.
- A Name of Blessing: The name Keren-happuch itself means "horn of cosmetic," suggesting beauty and value. Its bestowal upon Job's daughter is part of the renewal of his life and family.
- Act of Naming: Job's act of naming his daughters is described by the verb qârâʼ H7121. This same word is used when the Messiah's name H8034 is "called H7121 Wonderful, Counsellor" Isaiah 9:6 and when the Lord's people are "called H7121 by my name H8034" 2 Chronicles 7:14, indicating that naming is an act of establishing identity.
- Specific Identity: Keren-happuch is explicitly identified as the third H7992 daughter. This word for "third" is also used in contexts of purification on the third day Numbers 19:19 and the preservation of a third part of people through refinement Zechariah 13:9.
In summary, H7163 is a unique term used only once in scripture to name Job's third daughter, Keren-happuch. Its meaning, "horn of cosmetic," and its context within Job's restoration highlight a theme of renewed blessing. While a singular reference, the act of giving this specific name, alongside her sisters Jemima and Kezia, serves as a permanent memorial of God's faithfulness in Job's life.
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