Beth-Anath
LocationsGeographical Setting
An ancient Canaanite city located in the northern territory of Naphtali, identified with the modern village of Anata.
âš¡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)
A city situated in the territory of Naphtali, identified with the modern village of Anata, located approximately 12 miles northwest of modern-day Safed.
What is the meaning of Beth-Anath in the Bible?
A city situated in the territory of Naphtali, identified with the modern village of Anata, located approximately 12 miles northwest of modern-day Safed.
SIGNIFICANCE
The name preserves the memory of the Canaanite goddess Anath, providing insight into the pre-Israelite religious landscape and cultural layers present in the region during the biblical period.
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