Cis
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The form given in Acts 13:21 in the King James Version for Kish, the father of Saul, the first king of Israel (1 Samuel 9:1).
What is the meaning of Cis in the Bible?
The form given in Acts 13:21 in the King James Version for Kish, the father of Saul, the first king of Israel (1 Samuel 9:1).
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this textual variant clarifies the genealogical lineage of Israel's first king and demonstrates the translation choices made in the King James Version of the New Testament.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Cis reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Cis in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Cis clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Acts 13:211 Samuel 9:1
Source Attribution & Provenance
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE) and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been editorially modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and formatted for fast contextual reference.
How to Cite This Entry
"Cis." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/cis/