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Kish(3)

Kish in the Bible — descendant of Mahli (1CH 23:21). Kish belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 3 scripture passages.

Name meaning: hard; difficult; straw; for age

Profile

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

Names & Labels (1)

Kishproper name
Hebrew
קִישׁ
Transliteration
qiysh
Meaning
bow, power
Greek
Κις
Reference
1CH 23:21
Strong's
H7027

Family & Relationships (2)

descendant

Mahli(1CH 23:21)

father

Jerahmeel(1CH 24:29)

Notes

Mahlites (from Merari, son of Levi)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Kish in the Bible?

Kish is described in the Bible as descendant of Mahli (1CH 23:21). Kish belonged to the tribe of Levi.

What does the name Kish mean?

The name Kish means “hard; difficult; straw; for age” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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