Meshek

Meshek is a figure mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the Book of Genesis. He is identified as a descendant of Noah, being the son of Aram and grandson of Shem. This lineage places him within the post-flood genealogy, connecting him to the dispersal of humanity after the great flood.

The Bible lists Meshek as one of the ten sons of Aram. His descendants are often associated with various ancient peoples and geographical regions, though interpretations vary among scholars and biblical commentators. Some traditions link the name Meshek to the Mushki people, who were a group inhabiting Anatolia (modern-day Turkey) in antiquity. Others suggest connections to populations in the Caucasus Mountains or Mesopotamia.

The precise location and identity of Meshek's descendants remain a subject of ongoing discussion and historical reconstruction. The biblical text itself provides limited details about Meshek's life or actions, primarily serving to establish his place in the lineage of Noah and his significance in the broader narrative of early human history and the origins of nations as understood by the ancient Israelites. His name appears in genealogical lists that trace the ancestry of various peoples.