Strong's Lexicon Qishi: Kishite Original Word: קִישִׁי Word Origin: Derived from the root קוּשׁ (Kush), which is associated with the name Cush, a region and people mentioned in the Bible. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there may not be a direct Greek equivalent for "Qishi," related concepts can be found in entries such as G3568 (Νῦν - Now) or G3569 (Νεανίας - Young man), which reflect the broader narrative contexts where genealogies and lineages are discussed. Usage: The term "Qishi" refers to a descendant or inhabitant of the region associated with Kish. In the context of the Bible, it is used to identify individuals or groups linked to this lineage or geographical area. Cultural and Historical Background: Kish was a significant region in the ancient Near East, often associated with the descendants of Cush, the son of Ham, as mentioned in the Table of Nations in Genesis 10. The Kishites would have been part of the broader cultural and ethnic groups that inhabited the Mesopotamian and surrounding regions. Understanding the Kishites provides insight into the complex tapestry of peoples and nations that interacted with the Israelites throughout biblical history. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originprobably from qush Definition a Levite, the same as NH6984 NASB Translation Kishi (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Kishi From qowsh; bowed; Kishi, an Israelite -- Kishi. see HEBREW qowsh Forms and Transliterations קִישִׁ֔י קישי kiShi qî·šî qîšîLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 6:44 HEB: אֵיתָן֙ בֶּן־ קִישִׁ֔י בֶּן־ עַבְדִּ֖י NAS: the son of Kishi, the son KJV: the son of Kishi, the son INT: Ethan the son of Kishi the son of Abdi |