Tarshish תַּרְשִׁישׁ
Son of Javan, great-grandson of Noah
Biography
Tarshish is mentioned in Gen.10.4 and 1Ch.1.7 as a son of Javan and grandson of Noah. He was born after the flood and is listed among the descendants of Japheth. Tarshish is associated with the ancient city of Tarshish, a distant port known for its wealth and maritime trade. His descendants likely settled in or near this city, which some identify with Tartessos in Spain or Tarsus in Cilicia.
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In Scripture
2 biblical books ; 1 with study contentGenesis 1 verse
- Genesis 10:4
"The sons of Javan were: Elishah, Tarshish, Kittim, and Dodanim."
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1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 1:7
"The sons of Javan: Elishah, Tarshish, Kittim, and Rodanim."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | תַּרְשִׁישׁ | H8659G |