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Phinehas
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Phinehas or Phinees (both: fĭn`ēəs), in the Bible.

1 Grandson of Aaron. His prompt punishment of two flagrant sinners made his name a symbol of holy, zealous indignation.

2 One of Eli's sacrilegious sons: see Hophni Hophni (hŏf`nī), in the Bible, son of Eli. With his brother he met death because of sacrileges.
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