who were the rephaites
56 The Auzim dwelled in Ham and were translated as âShining People.â 57 In a similar manner, Iuvim , the name provided by Egyptians, describes their Snake- like qualities and their ability to easily judge the quality of the soil. 58. Rephaites were additionally understood to be giant aborigines from much older races. 59 The alternative translation to rephaite reflects that, at a glance, a personâs heart would grow weak from the terribleness of the giantâs appearance.