Pronunciation: [hˈɒfɹə] (IPA) 
The name "Hophra" is spelled with seven letters: H-O-P-H-R-A. It is pronounced with the IPA phonetic transcription "/ˈhɒf.rə/" where the first syllable "hɒf" is pronounced like "hoff" and the second syllable "rə" is pronounced like "ruh". "Hophra" is a Biblical name that has been identified with the Egyptian king Apries. The proper pronunciation of this name is important for scholars who study ancient texts and their historical contexts.
Hophra is a proper noun in biblical terms referring to a pharaoh of ancient Egypt who ruled during the 6th century BCE. The name "Hophra" is derived from the Hebrew word "hophrah," meaning "excrement" or "an unacceptable thing." Hophra is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the book of Jeremiah (Jeremiah 44:30), in the context of Israel's exile and the punishment of God on the pharaoh.
Hophra, also known as Apries in Greek sources, was the fourth ruler of the 26th Dynasty of Egypt, which was later overthrown by the Persians. He ascended to the throne around 589 BCE and reigned for approximately twenty-five years. Historically, Hophra is described as a powerful and ambitious pharaoh who sought to expand Egypt's influence in the eastern Mediterranean. He engaged in conflicts with neighboring states, such as Babylon and Judah, and encouraged rebellions against the Babylonian ruler Nebuchadnezzar.
The biblical reference to Hophra portrays him as a merciless and ineffective ruler, whose reign was marked by rebellion, unrest, and ultimately brought calamity upon his kingdom. The prophetic narrative suggests that Hophra's arrogance and perceived lack of piety towards God led to his downfall. Consequently, this Bible account further denigrates the once esteemed pharaoh, associating his name with negative connotations.
The word "Hophra" is of biblical origin and comes from the Hebrew name "הָפוֹך" (pronounced as "Hoph”), which means "abundant" or "to scatter". In the Bible, Hophra (also known as Pharaoh Hophra) was the Pharaoh of Egypt during the late 7th century BCE. His reign is mentioned in the Book of Jeremiah (Jeremiah 44:30), where he is described as an oppressor of the Israelites who would eventually face destruction. The name "Hophra" is exclusively associated with this historical figure and is not commonly used outside of its biblical context.
