Bible Dictionary
Sachar
Sachar was one of David’s heroes, also called Sharar, and was the father of Ahiam. Another Sachar was a son of Obed-edom and served as a temple porter.
Definition
Sachar, meaning “hire,” identifies two men in the biblical records: one of David’s heroes, also called Sharar, and a son of Obed-edom who served as a temple porter.
Biblical Usage
Sachar appears among David’s heroes and among those assigned to guard or serve at the temple.
Historical Background
The two references distinguish a military associate of David from a descendant of Obed-edom.
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Hire. (1.) One of David’s heroes (1 Chr. 11:35); called also Sharar (2 Sam. 23:33). (2.) A son of Obed-edom the Gittite, and a temple porter (1 Chr. 26:4).