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Machir

Machir in the Bible — son of Manasseh (GEN 50:23). Machir belonged to the tribe of Manasseh. Referenced in 8 scripture passages.

Name meaning: selling; knowing

Profile

Gender
male
Tribe
Manasseh
Scripture References
8 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
7 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Machirproper name
Hebrew
מָכִיר
Transliteration
makhiyr
Meaning
bought
Greek
Μαχιρ
Reference
GEN 50:23
Strong's
H4353

Family & Relationships (7)

son

Manasseh(GEN 50:23)

father

Gilead(NUM 26:29)
Abijah(1CH 2:21)
Peresh(1CH 7:16)
Sheresh(1CH 7:16)

husband

Maacah(1CH 7:15)
Zelophehad(1CH 7:15)

Notes

the Machirites (NUM 26:29)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Machir in the Bible?

Machir is described in the Bible as son of Manasseh (GEN 50:23). Machir belonged to the tribe of Manasseh.

What does the name Machir mean?

The name Machir means “selling; knowing” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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