Charaathalan
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Charaathalan in the Bible?
Charaathalan is identified in 1 Esdras 5:36 as a leader accompanying the returnees from exile, appearing in a list alongside Cherub, Addan, and Immer.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Charaathalan aids in understanding the specific organizational structure of the post-exilic community and the textual variations between canonical and deuterocanonical historical records.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Charaathalan reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Charaathalan in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Charaathalan clarify?
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
"Charaathalan." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/charaathalan/