Bible Dictionary
Keros
Keros was a family or ancestor of the Nethinim whose descendants returned from Babylon with Zerubbabel. The Nethinim served in the work of the temple.
Definition
Keros was the ancestor or family name of one group of the Nethinim. His descendants returned from Babylon with Zerubbabel.
Biblical Usage
Keros is listed among the Nethinim who returned from exile. The Nethinim belonged to an order appointed to the liturgical offices of the temple.
Historical Background
The name is explained as “curved” or possibly “fortress.”
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(curved), one of the Nethinim, whose descendants returned with Zerubbabel. (Ezra 2:44; Nehemiah 7:47)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ke'-ros (qeroc, "fortress"(?)): One of the Nethinim (Ezr 2:44; Ne 7:47), an order appointed to the liturgical offices of the temple.</p><p>See NETHINIM.</p>