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Beten

Locations
Modern Location Likely near modern-day Beit El, Lebanon, or potentially identified with Tell el-Battah
Coordinates 33.1500, 35.5167

Geographical Setting

An ancient settlement in the territory of the tribe of Asher, noted in biblical lists and early Christian geographical texts.

âš¡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)

A city of Asher mentioned between Hall and Achshaph in Joshua 19:25. Eusebius, in his Onomasticon, places it 8 Roman miles East of Ptolemais.

What is the meaning of Beten in the Bible?

A city of Asher mentioned between Hall and Achshaph in Joshua 19:25. Eusebius, in his Onomasticon, places it 8 Roman miles East of Ptolemais.

SIGNIFICANCE

Identifying Beten helps clarify the specific territorial boundaries assigned to the tribe of Asher in the biblical narrative.

Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide

Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Beten (located near modern Likely near modern-day Beit El, Lebanon, or potentially identified with Tell el-Battah) held strategic importance. Understanding its position and trade routes explains why key biblical events unfolded here.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
  • Why did the biblical author mention Beten in this passage?
  • What cultural or historical assumption does Beten clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned: Joshua 19:25

Related Topics

Gate, EastBeth-Shean; Beth-ShanNaphtali, MountJudeaHapharaimVaheb

Source Attribution & Provenance

Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE) and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been editorially modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and formatted for fast contextual reference.

How to Cite This Entry

"Beten." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/beten/
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