Bible Dictionary
Kishi
Kishi was a Merarite Levite and the father of Ethan, a singer appointed for service in the worship of the Lord.
Definition
Kishi, meaning “bow of Jehovah” or “snarer,” was a Merarite Levite and the father of Ethan. He is also associated with the name Kushaiah.
Biblical Usage
Kishi was the father or ancestor of Ethan, one of the singers appointed by David for the service of song in the house of the Lord.
Historical Background
Kishi belonged to the Merarite division of the Levites, one of the Levitical families serving in Israel’s worship.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(bow of Jehovah), a Merarite, and father of ancestor of Ethan the minstrel. (1 Chronicles 6:44)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>kish'i (qishi, "snarer," "fowler"): Father of Ethan, one of the singers David "set over the service of song" in the house of the Lord (1Ch 6:31); the "Kushaiah" of 1Ch 15:17 (compare 1Ch 6:44).</p>