Bible Dictionary
ZERAH (THE ETHIOPIAN)
Zerah the Ethiopian led a large army against Asa, king of Judah, but Asa defeated him near Mareshah. The account identifies Zerah as a Cushite, though his precise historical identity is uncertain.
Biblical Usage
Second Chronicles records Zerah’s invasion, Asa’s victory, and the destruction of the invading force. The biblical title calls Zerah a Cushite or Ethiopian.