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Chimhan

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Chimhan is another form of the name Chimham, the son or follower of Barzillai who returned with David and received a possession near Bethlehem.

Definition

Chimhan is another form of Chimham, the son or follower of Barzillai the Gileadite who returned with David after Absalom’s defeat.

Biblical Usage

The name refers to the person associated with David’s return and with a possession near Bethlehem.

Historical Background

The supplied material identifies Chimhan with Chimham but gives no additional background.

Related Figures

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
[Chimham]
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