Bible Dictionary

Mushi

The name Mushi means “he that touches, that withdraws or takes away”.

Easton's Bible Dictionary 1897

Receding, the second of the two sons of Merari (Ex. 6:19; Num. 3:20). His sons were called Mushites (Num. 3:33; 26:58).

Smith's Bible Dictionary 1863

(yielding), the son of Merari the son of Kohath. (Exodus 6:19; Numbers 3:20; 1 Chronicles 6:19,47; 23:21,23; 24:26,30)

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia 1915

mu'-shi (mushi): Son of Merari (Ex 6:19; Nu 3:20; 1Ch 6:19 (Hebrew 4); 23:21; 24:26). There is found also the patronymic "Mushites" (Nu 3:33; 26:58).