Strong’s H0795
אַשְׁדּוֹד
Part of speech
Proper Name Location
Transliteration
Ashdowd
Pronunciation
ash-dode'
Definition
Ashdod
Meaning
Ashdod
Usage
Ashdod is one of the five principal cities of the Philistines, often mentioned in the context of Israel's interactions and conflicts with the Philistines. It is known for its strategic location and its significance as a center of Philistine power and culture.
Bible references
Joshua 11:22;Joshua 15:46;Joshua 15:47;1 Samuel 5:1;1 Samuel 5:5;1 Samuel 5:6;1 Samuel 5:7;1 Samuel 6:17;2 Chronicles 26:6;2 Chronicles 26:6;Isaiah 20:1;Isaiah 20:1;Jeremiah 25:20;Amos 1:8;Amos 3:9;Zephaniah 2:4;Zechariah 9:6