Strong's Lexicon Kis: Kish Original Word: Κίς Word Origin: Of Hebrew origin, corresponding to the Hebrew name קִישׁ (Qish). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: H7027 - קִישׁ (Qish) Usage: The name "Kis" refers to a specific individual in the New Testament, who is mentioned as an ancestor of the Apostle Paul. It is a transliteration of the Hebrew name "Qish," which means "bow" or "power." Cultural and Historical Background: In the context of the New Testament, Kis is noted as part of the genealogy of the Apostle Paul. Genealogies were significant in Jewish culture as they established identity, heritage, and tribal affiliation. The mention of Kis highlights Paul's Jewish heritage and his connection to the tribe of Benjamin, which was important for establishing his credentials and background as a Pharisee and a Roman citizen. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof Hebrew origin Qish Definition Kish, the father of King Saul NASB Translation Kish (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2797: κεἰςκεἰς, see Κίς. STRONGS NT 2797: ΚίςΚίς (L T Tr WH κεἰς (cf. WHs Appendix, p. 155; Tdf, Proleg., p. 84; Buttmann, 6 note{1}, and see εἰ, ἰ)), ὁ, indeclinable (קִישׁ (perhaps 'a bow' (Gesenius)) from קושׁ, to lay snares), Kish, the father of Saul, the first king of Israel: Acts 13:21. Of Hebrew origin (Qiysh); Cis (i.e. Kish), an Israelite -- Cis. see HEBREW Qiysh |
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