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Tarshish(3)
Tarshish in the Bible — one of the seven princes of Persia and Media (EST 1:14). Referenced in 1 scripture passage.
Name meaning: “contemplation; examination”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Scripture References
- 1 reference
- Known Names
- 1 name
Names & Labels (1)
Tarshishproper name
- Hebrew
- תַּרְשִׁישׁ
- Transliteration
- tarəshiysh
- Meaning
- [poss.] yellow jasper; [poss.] greedy one; foundry, refinery
- Greek
- [none]
- Reference
- EST 1:14
- Strong's
- H8659
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Tarshish in the Bible?
Tarshish is described in the Bible as one of the seven princes of Persia and Media (EST 1:14).
What does the name Tarshish mean?
The name Tarshish means “contemplation; examination” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.