Likhi לִקְחִי

Male Tribe of Manasseh H3949 1 book

Son of Shemida, a Manassite

Who is Likhi in the Bible?

Likhi was a son of Shemida and a descendant of the tribe of Manasseh, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 7:19. He appears in the genealogical records of the half-tribe of Manasseh, which traced their lineage back through Joseph's son Manasseh. No other details about Likhi's personal life, accomplishments, or role in Israel's history are provided in Scripture, and he likely lived during the period of the judges or early monarchy. His inclusion in the biblical genealogy underscores the importance of preserving tribal and familial records among the people of Israel.

Biography

Likhi was a son of Shemida, who was a descendant of Manasseh, the son of Joseph (1Ch.7.19). He is mentioned in the genealogy of the half-tribe of Manasseh, but no additional information is provided about his life or role in the biblical narrative. Likhi likely lived during the period of the judges or the early monarchy in Israel.

Family

In Scripture

1 biblical book
1 Chronicles 1 verse
  • 1 Chronicles 7:19

    "And these were the sons of Shemida: Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam."

Names & Aliases

Form Language Script
Named Hebrew לִקְחִי
Encyclopedia Article

Likhi

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

lil'-i (shushan (1Ki 7:19), shoshannah (2Ch 4:5; <ref osisR