Semites

sem'itz, a subdivision of the white race. The name is derived from their reputed ancestor Shem, the son of Noah. The chief representatives are the Arabs, Hebrews, Abyssinians, Assyrians, and Chaldeans. The Semites have glossy black curly hair and heavy beards. The skull is long; the complexion is dark and tans without reddening. The nose is prominent; the lips are prominent and are usually red; the eyes are dark. The arts, sciences, and literature were developed by the Semitic people at an early date, and the great monotheistic religions have originated with them. See Arabs; Jews, etc.