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Machir

Hebrew origin

Machir is Manasseh's son; in Genesis 50 his children are born on Joseph's lap.

Meaning
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Occupation
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First mention
Genesis 50:23

Family

Parents

Manasseh

Manasseh is Joseph's firstborn son by Asenath; in Genesis 50 Joseph sees the chi…

Scripture references

  • Genesis 50:23

    Joseph saw the third generation of Ephraim's line, as also the children of Machir son of Manasseh, who were born on Joseph's lap.