Original Word: אַחְיָן
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: Achyan
Pronunciation: akh-YAHN
Phonetic Spelling: (akh-yawn')
Definition: Achyan
Meaning: Achjan

Ahian

From 'ach; brotherly; Achjan, an Israelite -- Ahian.

see HEBREW 'ach

Word Origin
from the same as ach
Definition
"brotherly," a Manassite
NASB Translation
Ahian (1).

אַחְיָן proper name, masculine (fraternal, Aramaic ) a Manassite 1 Chronicles 7:19.

Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew root אָח (ach), meaning "brother," combined with יָן (yan), a suffix that may imply possession or relation.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Greek equivalents for the Hebrew name אַחְיָן (Achjan) in the Strong's Greek lexicon, as it is a proper noun specific to Hebrew genealogical records. However, the concept of "brother" is represented in Greek by the word ἀδελφός (adelphos), Strong's Greek Number 80, which captures the relational aspect of brotherhood found in the Hebrew root אָח (ach).

Usage: This proper noun is used as a personal name in the Hebrew Bible.

Context: • Achjan is a proper noun found in the genealogical records of the Hebrew Bible. The name is indicative of familial relationships, emphasizing the concept of brotherhood or kinship. In the context of ancient Israelite culture, names often carried significant meaning, reflecting familial ties, personal characteristics, or divine attributes.
• The name Achjan appears in the genealogical listings, which serve to establish lineage and tribal affiliations. These records were crucial for maintaining the identity and heritage of the Israelite tribes, as well as for legal and religious purposes.
• The use of the name Achjan highlights the importance of family and kinship in the biblical narrative, where relationships often play a pivotal role in the unfolding of God's covenantal promises and the history of His people.

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