Etymology and Meaning:
Beth-haccherem, meaning "House of the Vineyard" in Hebrew, is a location mentioned in the Old Testament. The name suggests a place associated with vineyards, indicating its possible agricultural significance in ancient times.

Biblical References:
Beth-haccherem is mentioned specifically in the book of Jeremiah and Nehemiah. In Jeremiah 6:1 , the prophet warns the people of Benjamin to flee from Jerusalem and blow the trumpet in Tekoa, raising a signal over Beth-haccherem: "Flee for safety, O sons of Benjamin, from the midst of Jerusalem! Blow the trumpet in Tekoa; raise a signal over Beth-haccherem, for disaster looms from the north, even great destruction." This passage highlights Beth-haccherem as a strategic location for signaling and communication, possibly due to its elevation or visibility.

In Nehemiah 3:14 , Beth-haccherem is mentioned in the context of the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls: "The Dung Gate was repaired by Malkijah son of Rechab, ruler of the district of Beth-haccherem. He rebuilt it and installed its doors, bolts, and bars." This reference indicates that Beth-haccherem was not only a geographical location but also an administrative district with its own ruler, Malkijah, who participated in the communal effort to restore Jerusalem's fortifications.

Historical and Geographical Context:
Beth-haccherem is traditionally identified with a site near modern-day Ramat Rachel, located south of Jerusalem. Its position would have made it a suitable location for a watchtower or signal station, as suggested by the biblical text. The area's association with vineyards aligns with the agricultural practices of the region, which was known for its fertile land and viticulture.

Cultural and Theological Significance:
The mention of Beth-haccherem in the context of prophetic warning and communal restoration underscores its role in the broader narrative of Israel's history. In Jeremiah, the call to raise a signal over Beth-haccherem serves as a metaphor for alertness and readiness in the face of impending judgment. In Nehemiah, the involvement of Beth-haccherem's ruler in the rebuilding efforts reflects the unity and cooperation among the people of Judah in restoring their city and religious life after the Babylonian exile.

Beth-haccherem's inclusion in these narratives highlights the interconnectedness of various communities within Judah and their collective responsibility in responding to divine instruction and participating in God's redemptive plans for His people.BETH-HACCHEREM

beth-ha-ke'-rem, beth-hak'-e-rem (the King James Version Beth-haccerem; beth ha-kerem; Bethachcharma (see DB), "place of the vineyard"): A district (in Nehemiah 3:14) ruled over by one, Malchijah; mentioned in Jeremiah 6:1 as a suitable signal station. From its association with Tekoa (Jeremiah 6:1) and from the statement by Jerome that it was a village which he could see daily from Bethlehem, the Frank mountain (Herodium) has been suggested. It certainly would be a unique place for a beacon. More suitable is the fertile vineyard country around `Ain Karem (the "spring of the vineyard"). On the top of Jebel `Ali, above this village, are some remarkable cairns which, whatever their other uses, would appear to have been once beacons. `Ain Karem appears as Carem in the Septuagint (Joshua 15:59).

See BETH-CAR.

E. W. G. Masterman

1021. Beth Hakkerem -- "vineyard place," a place in Judah
... Word Origin from bayith and kerem Definition "vineyard place," a place in Judah
NASB Word Usage Beth-haccerem (1), Beth-haccherem (1). Beth-haccerem. ...
/hebrew/1021.htm - 6kBethhaccherem
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia BETH-HACCHEREM. beth-ha-ke'-rem,
beth-hak'-e-rem (the King James Version Beth-haccerem; beth ha-kerem ...
/b/bethhaccherem.htm - 7k

Beth-haccherem (2 Occurrences)
Beth-haccherem. Bethhaccherem, Beth-haccherem. Beth-hacche'rem . Int. ... (ASV BBE).
Bethhaccherem, Beth-haccherem. Beth-hacche'rem . Reference Bible.
/b/beth-haccherem.htm - 8k

Beth-cherem (2 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 3:14 And the dung gate repaired Malchijah the son of Rechab, the ruler
of the district of Beth-haccherem; he built it, and set up the doors thereof ...
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Hakkerem (2 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 3:14 The dung gate repaired Malchijah the son of Rechab, the ruler of the
district of BethHaccherem; he built it, and set up its doors, its bolts ...
/h/hakkerem.htm - 7k

Haccherem (2 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 3:14 The dung gate repaired Malchijah the son of Rechab, the ruler of the
district of BethHaccherem; he built it, and set up its doors, its bolts ...
/h/haccherem.htm - 7k

Rechab (13 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah in rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem, may have abandoned the vow of his
ancestors, for he was "ruler of the district of Beth-haccherem" (ie "house of ...
/r/rechab.htm - 15k

Malchijah (15 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 3:14 The dung gate repaired Malchijah the son of Rechab, the ruler of the
district of BethHaccherem; he built it, and set up its doors, its bolts ...
/m/malchijah.htm - 14k

Beth-haccerem (2 Occurrences)
Beth-haccerem. Bethhaccerem, Beth-haccerem. Bethhaccherem . Easton's Bible
Dictionary ... (DBY WBS YLT NAS). Bethhaccerem, Beth-haccerem. Bethhaccherem . ...
/b/beth-haccerem.htm - 7k

Bolts (14 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 3:14 The dung gate repaired Malchijah the son of Rechab, the ruler of the
district of BethHaccherem; he built it, and set up its doors, its bolts ...
/b/bolts.htm - 10k

Beth-hacche'rem (2 Occurrences)
Beth-hacche'rem. Beth-haccherem, Beth-hacche'rem. Bethhaggan . Multi-Version
Concordance ... (See RSV). Beth-haccherem, Beth-hacche'rem. Bethhaggan . ...
/b/beth-hacche'rem.htm - 7k

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