Strong’s H2748
חַרְטֹם
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
chartom
Pronunciation
khar-TOME
Definition
Magician, Enchanter
Meaning
a horoscopist
Usage
The term "chartom" refers to a class of wise men or magicians in ancient Egypt and Babylon, often associated with the practice of interpreting dreams, performing magic, or engaging in other forms of divination. These individuals were considered skilled in secret arts and were often consulted by rulers for their supposed supernatural insights.
Bible references
Genesis 41:8;Genesis 41:24;Exodus 7:11;Exodus 7:22;Exodus 8:7;Exodus 8:18;Exodus 8:19;Exodus 9:11;Exodus 9:11;Daniel 1:20;Daniel 2:2