Bible Dictionary
Charashim
Charashim means craftsmen and names a valley associated with artisans. Its exact location is uncertain.
Definition
Charashim means craftsmen or artisans. It is also the name of a valley associated with craftsmen, mentioned in the genealogical and geographical records of Scripture.
Biblical Usage
The name appears in connection with a valley in the records of Judah and is rendered “valley of craftsmen” in Nehemiah’s margin.
Historical Background
The precise location of Charashim is unknown. The name itself preserves the association of the place with craftsmen.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Craftsmen, a valley named in 1 Chr. 4:14. In Neh. 11:35 the Hebrew word is rendered “valley of craftsmen” (R.V. marg., Geha-rashim). Nothing is known of it.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>kar'-a-shim (charashim, "craftsmen").</p><p>See GE-HARASHIM.</p>