Strong’s H8453

תּוֹשָׁב

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

towshab

Pronunciation

toh-SHAHV

Definition

Sojourner, resident alien, temporary dweller

Meaning

resident alien

Usage

The term "toshab" refers to a person who resides temporarily in a land that is not their own. Unlike a native-born citizen, a toshab does not possess the same rights and privileges but is still expected to adhere to the laws and customs of the host nation. In the biblical context, a toshab is often seen as a foreigner or a non-Israelite living among the Israelites.

Bible references

Genesis 23:4;Exodus 12:45;Leviticus 22:10;Leviticus 25:6;Leviticus 25:23;Leviticus 25:35;Leviticus 25:40;Leviticus 25:45;Leviticus 25:47;Leviticus 25:47;Numbers 35:15;1 Kings 17:1;1 Chronicles 29:15;Psalm 39:12