Bible Dictionary
IR-NAHASH
Ir-nahash was a town of Judah associated with Tehinnah, who is called its father, probably meaning founder. The name may mean “city of Nahash.”
Definition
Ir-nahash was a town of Judah. Tehinnah is called its “father,” probably meaning its founder. The name may also be translated “city of Nahash.”
Biblical Usage
Ir-nahash occurs in the genealogical and settlement record of Judah, where Tehinnah is associated with the town as its “father.”
Historical Background
The expression “father” is understood probably as referring to a founder rather than a biological ancestor. The margin offers “city of Nahash” as an alternative translation.
Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ur-na'-hash, ir-na'-hash (`ir nachash): A town of Judah of which Tehinnah is called the "father," probably meaning "founder" (1Ch 4:12). English Versions of the Bible margin suggests the translation "city of Nahash."</p>