Strong’s G0137

Αἰνών

Part of speech

Proper Noun, Indeclinable

Transliteration

Ainón

Pronunciation

ah-ee-NONE

Definition

Aenon

Meaning

Aenon; Eusebius and Jerome place this site 8 (Roman) miles south of Scythopolis near the Jordan.

Usage

Ainón refers to a location mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the Gospel of John. It is described as a place "near Salim" where John the Baptist was baptizing because "there was plenty of water" (John 3:23, BSB). The name itself suggests a place characterized by abundant water sources, fitting for the practice of baptism.

Bible references

John 3:23