Strong's Lexicon Harum: Harum Original Word: הָרֻם Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew root חָרַם (charam), meaning "to devote" or "to destroy." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for Harum in the Strong's Greek Dictionary, as it is a proper noun specific to Hebrew genealogies. Usage: Harum is a personal name found in the genealogical records of the Bible. It is used to identify a specific individual within the lineage of Judah. The name Harum may carry the connotation of being "devoted" or "consecrated," reflecting a common practice in Hebrew naming conventions where names often held significant meanings or aspirations. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, names were often given with the hope of reflecting a person's character or destiny. The name Harum, derived from a root meaning "to devote," suggests a cultural emphasis on dedication, possibly to God or a specific purpose. Genealogies were crucial in maintaining tribal and familial identities, especially in post-exilic times when the restoration of Israel's community and religious practices was paramount. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain derivation Definition a desc. of Judah NASB Translation Harum (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs הָרֻם proper name, masculine a Judaite (DHMEpigr. Denkm. 59 compare Sabean proper name הרם, הרמה, Arabic proper name , etc.) 1 Chronicles 4:8. הָרָם see בֵּית הָרָם above Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Harum Passive participle of the same as Horam; high; Harum, an Israelite -- Harum. see HEBREW Horam Forms and Transliterations הָרֽוּם׃ הרום׃ hā·rūm haRum hārūmLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 4:8 HEB: אֲחַרְחֵ֖ל בֶּן־ הָרֽוּם׃ NAS: of Aharhel the son of Harum. KJV: of Aharhel the son of Harum. INT: of Aharhel the son of Harum |