Chaereas
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Chaereas in the Bible?
Chaereas was the brother of Timotheus, an Ammonite leader who held the fortress of Gazara against Judas Maccabeus. He and his brother were killed in the siege.
SIGNIFICANCE
The account of Chaereas and his brother provides historical context for the military conflicts described in 1 Maccabees, illustrating the coalition of foreign forces opposing the Jewish rebellion.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Chaereas reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Chaereas in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Chaereas clarify?
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Chaereas." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/chaereas/