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Rosh

Rosh in the Bible — son of Benjamin (GEN 46:21). Rosh belonged to the tribe of Benjamin. Referenced in 3 scripture passages.

Name meaning: the head; top, or beginning

Profile

Gender
male
Tribe
Benjamin
Scripture References
3 references
Known Names
2 names
Relationships
1 connection

Names & Labels (2)

Roshproper name
Hebrew
רֹאשׁ
Transliteration
rosh
Meaning
head, leader
Greek
Ρως
Reference
GEN 46:21
Strong's
H7220a
Raphaproper name
Hebrew
רָפָא
Transliteration
rafa
Meaning
[poss.] one healed
Greek
Ραφη
Reference
1CH 8:2
Strong's
H7498

Family & Relationships (1)

son

Benjamin(GEN 46:21)

Notes

from the list of "sons of Israel" who "went to Egypt" (GEN 46:8-27)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Rosh in the Bible?

Rosh is described in the Bible as son of Benjamin (GEN 46:21). Rosh belonged to the tribe of Benjamin.

What does the name Rosh mean?

The name Rosh means “the head; top, or beginning” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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