Careah was the father of Johanan and is another spelling of Kareah, a name connected with Judah’s later history.
Definition
Careah was the father of Johanan and is another spelling of Kareah.
Biblical Usage
He is mentioned in connection with the later history of Judah.
Historical Background
The name is explained as meaning “bald head.”
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(bald head), father of Johanan, (2 Kings 25:23) elsewhere spelt Kareah.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ka-re'-a.</p><p>See KAREAH.</p>