Kushaiah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Kushaiah in the Bible?
A Merarite Levite mentioned in 1 Chronicles 15:17, also referred to as Kishi in 1 Chronicles 6:44.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Kushiah clarifies the specific musical roles assigned to the Merarite clan, demonstrating the organized structure of Levitical worship established during King David's reign.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Kushaiah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Kushaiah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Kushaiah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 15:171 Chronicles 6:44
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Kushaiah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/kushaiah/