הָרֻם (ha.rum)
ha.rum
Harum
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Harum, or הָרֻם in Hebrew, translates simply to "exalted." It appears only once in the Bible, recorded in 1 Chronicles 4:8 as part of the genealogical records for the tribe of Judah.
Harum is identified as the son of Koz and the brother of Anub and Zobebah. He is also noted as the father of Aharhel. The brevity of this entry reflects its place within a long list of family lines rather than a narrative story.
While the name itself carries a meaning of high status or elevation, the text offers no further context about Harum’s life or deeds. His mention serves primarily to preserve his lineage within the broader history of Judah during the period of the Divided Monarchy.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Harum means exalted, yet it appears in Scripture only as a link in a family line. In 1 Chronicles 4:8, he is listed among the descendants of Judah, with no narrative attached to his life. This quiet presence reminds us that God’s plan includes ordinary people whose names are recorded for posterity.
While we do not know Harum’s personal story, his inclusion shows that every member of a lineage matters to God. The Bible preserves these details not for their own sake, but to show the continuity of God’s covenant people. We can find comfort in knowing that our lives, however small they seem, are part of a larger divine tapestry.
This genealogical record invites us to trust that God sees and values each individual. Even when our contributions feel hidden or brief, they are woven into the history of faith. Harum’s name stands as a testament to the dignity of every life within God’s family.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Harum1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- הָרֽוּם\׃1×
Key Verses
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I Chronicles 4:8
Hakkoz became the father of Anub, Zobebah, and the families of Aharhel the son of Harum.
This verse places Harum in the lineage of Judah, showing how his name preserves his identity as a son of Koz and father of Aharhel within the tribal records.