Strong’s H8659

תַּרְשִׁישׁ

Part of speech

proper name; location; masculine

Transliteration

Tarshiysh

Pronunciation

tar-SHEESH

Definition

Tarshish

Meaning

Tarshish

Usage

Tarshish is a geographical location mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, often associated with maritime trade and wealth. It is frequently referenced as a distant port or region known for its ships and valuable goods, such as silver, iron, tin, and lead.

Bible references

Genesis 10:4;1 Kings 10:22;1 Kings 10:22;1 Kings 22:48;1 Chronicles 1:7;1 Chronicles 7:10;2 Chronicles 9:21;2 Chronicles 9:21;2 Chronicles 20:36;2 Chronicles 20:37;Esther 1:14;Psalm 48:7;Psalm 72:10;Isaiah 2:16;Isaiah 23:1;Isaiah 23:6;Isaiah 23:10;Isaiah 23:14;Isaiah 60:9;Isaiah 66:19;Jeremiah 10:9;Ezekiel 27:12;Ezekiel 27:25;Ezekiel 38:13;Jonah 1:3