Cheran
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Cheran in the Bible?
Cheran is a Horite clan-name appearing in the genealogy of Seir, the Horite, listed among the chiefs of Edom in Genesis 36:23 and 1 Chronicles 1:40.
SIGNIFICANCE
The mention of Cheran helps readers trace the lineage of the Horite people and understand the political structure of Edom before and during the rise of the Israelite monarchy.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Cheran reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Cheran in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Cheran clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Genesis 36:231 Chronicles 1:40
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
"Cheran." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/cheran/