Bible Dictionary
COR-ASHAN
Cor-ashan was a place mentioned in 1 Samuel 30:30. The name may preserve the sense “well of Ashan” and is associated with Ashan.
Definition
Cor-ashan was a place-name associated with Ashan. The original reading was probably Bor-ashan, meaning “well of Ashan.”
Biblical Usage
The place is mentioned in connection with David’s distribution of spoil after the defeat of the Amalekites.
Historical Background
The proposed original form identifies the site as a well associated with Ashan.
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>kor-ash'-an, ko-ra'-shan (English Revised Version, the King James Version Chor-ashan; kor `ashan, 1Sa 30:30): The original reading was probably Bor- ashan, "well of Ashan."</p><p>See ASHAN.</p>