Peresh פֶּ֫רֶשׁ
Son of Machir, grandson of Manasseh
Biography
Peresh was a son of Machir, according to the genealogy of Manasseh in 1Ch.7.16. Machir was the son of Manasseh, who was one of the twelve sons of Israel (or 'Jacob') (Israel). Peresh is mentioned alongside his brother Sheresh. No other details are provided about Peresh's life or role. His inclusion in the genealogy suggests that he was part of the tribe of Manasseh and lived during the period of Israel's settlement in Canaan.
Family
Parents
Siblings
- Gilead Tribe of ManassehSon of MachirSon of Machir; grandson of Manasseh; father of six sons.View full profile →
- daughter of Machir Tribe of ManassehSister of GileadMarried Hezron, bore SegubView full profile →
- Sheresh Tribe of ManassehSon of MachirSon of Machir and MaacahView full profile →
- Hammolecheth Tribe of ManassehSister of GileadSister of Gilead; mother of Ishhod, Abiezer, and Mahlah.View full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 7:16
"Maacah the wife of Machir bore a son, and she named him Peresh. The name of his brother was Sheresh; and his sons were Ulam and Rakem."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | פֶּ֫רֶשׁ | H6570 |
Encyclopedia Article
ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)