Harim חָרִם
One who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah.
Who is Harim in the Bible?
Harim was an individual who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah in Jerusalem during the post-exilic period (Nehemiah 10:27). He was among the leaders, priests, Levites, and other prominent figures who publicly committed the people of Israel to obey God's laws and commandments. This covenant sealing represented a formal renewal of Israel's dedication to the Lord after the rebuilding of the Jerusalem walls. Beyond his role in this significant act of covenant renewal, little else is recorded about Harim in Scripture, making his primary biblical significance his participation in this solemn agreement that reestablished the spiritual foundation of the returned Jewish community.
Biography
Harim is mentioned in the book of Nehemiah as one of the individuals who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah. This covenant was a solemn agreement made by the people of Israel to follow God's laws and commandments. The covenant was sealed by a group of leaders, priests, Levites, and others, including Harim. No other information is provided about Harim in the Bible. (Neh.10.27).
In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentNehemiah 1 verse
- Nehemiah 10:27
"Malluch, Harim, and Baanah."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | חָרִם |