Bible Dictionary
Kirharaseth
Kirharaseth, meaning “brick fortress,” was another name for the Moabite stronghold Kir-haraseth or Kir of Moab.
Definition
Kirharaseth, meaning “brick fortress,” is another form of the name Kir-haraseth. It refers to the Moabite stronghold also called Kir-haresh, Kir-hares, or Kir-heres.
Biblical Usage
The name occurs in passages concerning the fortified city of Moab and its role in the conflict between Moab and the allied forces of Israel, Judah, and Edom.
Historical Background
The supplied material identifies these names as referring probably to Kir of Moab.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(brick fortress), (2 Kings 3:25) Kir-ha’resh, (Isaiah 16:11) Kir-har’es, (Jeremiah 48:31,36) These four names are all applied to one place, probably Kir Of Moab OF MOAB, which see.