Meshech, a nation descended from Japheth (Genesis 10:2), often mentioned together with Tubal as trading partners of Tyre (Ezk.27.13) and allies of Gog (Ezk.38.2, 3; 39:1).
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Meshech was a nation descended from Japheth, one of the sons of Noah (Genesis 10:2). In the Bible, Meshech is often mentioned together with Tubal, suggesting a close association between the two peoples. Meshech and Tubal are described as trading partners of Tyre, supplying the city with slaves and bronze vessels (Ezk.27.13). The two nations are also mentioned as allies of Gog, the chief prince of Magog, in the prophecy of Ezekiel concerning the future invasion of Israel (Ezk.38.2, 3; 39:1). The psalmist laments living among the tents of Meshech, using it as a metaphor for dwelling among hostile and barbaric people (Psalm 120:5). Historically, Meshech is identified with the Mushki or Muski, an ancient people who lived in the region of Cappadocia in Asia Minor.
Drawing out, the sixth son of Japheth (Gen. 10:2), the founder of a tribe (1 Chr. 1:5; Ezek. 27:13; 38:2, 3). They were in all probability the Moschi, a people inhabiting the Moschian Mountains, between the Black and the Caspian Seas. In Ps. 120:5 the name occurs as simply a synonym for foreigners or barbarians. “During the ascendency of the Babylonians and Persians in Western Asia, the Moschi were subdued; but it seems probable that a large number of them crossed the Caucasus range and spread over the northern steppes, mingling with the Scythians. There they became known as Muscovs, and gave that name to the Russian nation and its ancient capital by which they are still generally known throughout the East”
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5 verses in 2 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H4902
Woe to me that I dwell in Meshech, that I live among the tents of Kedar!
Javan, Tubal, and Meshech were your merchants. They exchanged slaves and bronze utensils for your merchandise.
“Son of man, set your face against Gog of the land of Magog, the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal. Prophesy against him
and declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, I am against you, O Gog, chief prince of Meshech and Tubal.
“As for you, O son of man, prophesy against Gog and declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, I am against you, O Gog, chief prince of Meshech and Tubal.
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