Strong’s H8658

תַּרְשִׁישׁ

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

tarshiysh

Pronunciation

tar-SHEESH

Definition

Tarshish

Meaning

a gem, the topaz

Usage

The term "tarshish" is used in the Hebrew Bible to refer to a distant maritime location, often associated with wealth and trade. It is also used to describe a precious stone, possibly topaz or chrysolite, in some contexts. The dual usage of the term highlights its association with both geographical and material wealth.

Bible references

Exodus 28:20;Exodus 39:13;Songs 5:14;Ezekiel 1:16;Ezekiel 10:9;Ezekiel 28:13;Daniel 10:6