Bible Dictionary
Carshena
Carshena was one of the seven princes of Persia and Media under King Ahasuerus.
Definition
Carshena was the first named of the seven princes of Persia and Media under King Ahasuerus. The name is also associated with the meaning “illustrious.”
Biblical Usage
Carshena appears in the list of the seven princes of Persia and Media who had access to Ahasuerus and occupied a position of prominence in his kingdom.
Historical Background
He belonged to the royal council of Persia and Media during the reign of Ahasuerus.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(illustrious), one of the seven princes of Persia and Media. (Esther 1:14)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>kar'-she-na, kar-she'-na (karshena'): The first named among the "seven princes of Persia and Media" under Ahasuerus (Es 1:14).</p><p>See PRINCES, THE SEVEN.</p>