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Assir

Assir in the Bible — son of Korah (EXO 6:24, 1CH 6:22). Assir belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 3 scripture passages.

Name meaning: prisoner; fettered

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Gender
male
Tribe
Levi
Scripture References
3 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
2 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Assirproper name
Hebrew
אַסִּ֥יר
Transliteration
asiyr
Meaning
prisoner
Greek
Ασιρ
Reference
EXO 6:24
Strong's
H617

Family & Relationships (2)

son

Korah(EXO 6:24)

father

Elkanah(1CH 6:23)

Notes

Son of Korah. Did not die in the rebellion (NUM 26:11)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Assir in the Bible?

Assir is described in the Bible as son of Korah (EXO 6:24, 1CH 6:22). Assir belonged to the tribe of Levi.

What does the name Assir mean?

The name Assir means “prisoner; fettered” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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