Strong’s H1237

בִּקְעָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

biq`ah

Pronunciation

bik-AH

Definition

Valley, plain

Meaning

a split, a wide level valley between mountains

Usage

The Hebrew word "biqah" refers to a broad, flat valley or plain, often situated between mountains or hills. It is used in the Bible to describe geographical locations that are expansive and open, providing fertile ground for agriculture and settlement. The term emphasizes the flatness and openness of the terrain, distinguishing it from more rugged or mountainous areas.

Bible references

Genesis 11:2;Deuteronomy 8:7;Deuteronomy 11:11;Deuteronomy 34:3;Joshua 11:8;Joshua 11:17;Joshua 12:7;2 Chronicles 35:22;Nehemiah 6:2;Psalm 104:8;Isaiah 40:4;Isaiah 41:18;Isaiah 63:14;Ezekiel 3:22;Ezekiel 3:23;Ezekiel 8:4;Ezekiel 37:1;Ezekiel 37:2;Amos 1:5;Zechariah 12:11