People of the Bible

Tarshish, son of Javan

The name Tarshish means “contemplation; examination.” Tarshish is mentioned in 2 verses of the Bible, first in Genesis 10:4.

Family of Tarshish

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Who was Tarshish?

One of the “sons” of Javan (Gen. 10:4; 1 Chr. 1:7).

Biography adapted from Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897), public domain, linked via Theographic Bible Metadata.

Key verses about Tarshish

  • Genesis 10:4

    And the sons of Javan; Elishah, and Tarshish, Kittim, and Dodanim.

  • 1 Chronicles 1:7

    And the sons of Javan; Elishah, and Tarshish, Kittim, and Dodanim.

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