Bible Dictionary
Seorim
Seorim was the head of the fourth priestly course established for service at the temple.
Definition
Seorim was the head or name-bearer of the fourth priestly course. The name means “barley.”
Biblical Usage
Seorim is listed among the divisions of priests appointed for service at the temple.
Historical Background
The priestly courses are described as post-exilic, and Seorim was the fourth of the twenty-four courses.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Barley, the chief of the forth priestly course (1 Chr. 24:8).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(barley), the chief of the fourth of the twenty-four courses of priests. (1 Chronicles 24:8)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>se-o'-rim, se-or'-im (se`orim): The name borne by one of the (post-exilic) priestly courses (1Ch 24:8).</p>