Betonim
LocationsGeographical Setting
Betonim was an ancient settlement in the tribal territory of Gad, located east of the Jordan River.
âš¡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)
A town in the territory of Gad east of the Jordan, likely identified with the site of BaTneh, situated approximately 3 miles southwest of modern es-Salt.
What is the meaning of Betonim in the Bible?
A town in the territory of Gad east of the Jordan, likely identified with the site of BaTneh, situated approximately 3 miles southwest of modern es-Salt.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Betonim helps clarify the specific territorial boundaries and settlement patterns of the tribe of Gad in the Transjordan region.
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