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Peresh

Peresh in the Bible — son of Machir and Maacah (1CH 7:16). Peresh belonged to the tribe of Manasseh. Referenced in 4 scripture passages.

Name meaning: horseman

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Gender
male
Tribe
Manasseh
Scripture References
4 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
3 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Pereshproper name
Hebrew
פֶּרֶשׁ
Transliteration
peresh
Meaning
offal eviscerated; dung; contents of stomach [not intestine]
Greek
Φαρες
Reference
1CH 7:16
Strong's
H6570

Family & Relationships (3)

son

Machir(1CH 7:16)

father

Ulam(1CH 7:16)
Rakem(1CH 7:16)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Peresh in the Bible?

Peresh is described in the Bible as son of Machir and Maacah (1CH 7:16). Peresh belonged to the tribe of Manasseh.

What does the name Peresh mean?

The name Peresh means “horseman” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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