Strong’s H4940

מִשְׁפָחָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

mishpachah

Pronunciation

mish-paw-KHAH

Definition

Family, clan, tribe, kindred

Meaning

a family, circle of relatives, a class, a species, sort, a tribe, people

Usage

The term "mishpachah" primarily refers to a family or clan, often extending beyond the immediate nuclear family to include a larger kinship group. It can also denote a tribe or a broader community of related families. In the Old Testament, "mishpachah" is used to describe the social and familial structures that were foundational to Israelite society. It emphasizes the importance of familial bonds, heritage, and collective identity.

Bible references

Genesis 8:19;Genesis 10:5;Genesis 10:18;Genesis 10:20;Genesis 10:31;Genesis 10:32;Genesis 12:3;Genesis 24:38;Genesis 24:40;Genesis 24:41;Genesis 28:14;Genesis 36:40;Exodus 6:14;Exodus 6:15;Exodus 6:17;Exodus 6:19;Exodus 6:24;Exodus 6:25;Exodus 12:21;Leviticus 20:5;Leviticus 25:10;Leviticus 25:41;Leviticus 25:45;Leviticus 25:47;Leviticus 25:49