Strong’s H1052

בֵּית שְׁאָן

Part of speech

Proper Name Location

Transliteration

Beyth Sh'an

Pronunciation

bayth she-awn'

Definition

Beth Shean

Meaning

Beth-Shean, Beth-Shan

Usage

Beth Shean means "house of quiet" or "house of rest." It is a city mentioned in the Old Testament, known for its strategic location and historical significance. It was a Canaanite city that later became part of the territory of Manasseh, although it was within the boundaries of Issachar.

Bible references

Joshua 17:11;Joshua 17:16;Judges 1:27;1 Samuel 31:10;1 Samuel 31:12;2 Samuel 21:12;1 Kings 4:12;1 Kings 4:12;1 Chronicles 7:29