Strong's H5906 · Hebrew
עַיִשׁ
ʻAyish · /ah'-yish/
Number
H5906
Language
Hebrew
Original word
עַיִשׁ
Transliteration
ʻAyish
Pronunciation
ah'-yish
KJV occurrences
2 verses
Definition
the constellation of the Great Bear (perhaps from its migration through the heavens)
KJV: Arcturus.
Root / derivation: or עָשׁ; from H5789 (עוּשׁ);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered עַיִשׁ across 2 verses.
Arcturus2×
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H5906 (ʻAyish) mean?
the constellation of the Great Bear (perhaps from its migration through the heavens)
How many times does H5906 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H5906 (עַיִשׁ) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “Arcturus.”
How is ʻAyish translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H5906 is rendered as “Arcturus” (2×).
Where does the Hebrew word עַיִשׁ come from?
or עָשׁ; from H5789 (עוּשׁ);