Strong’s H5898
עִיר הַמֶּלַח
Part of speech
Proper Name Location
Transliteration
`Iyr ham-Melach
Pronunciation
eer hah-meh-lakh
Definition
City of Salt
Meaning
Irham-Melach
Usage
Ir Hammelach, or the "City of Salt," is a location mentioned in the Old Testament. It is identified as one of the cities in the wilderness of Judah, situated in the Negev region. The name likely reflects the area's proximity to the Dead Sea, known for its high salinity.
Bible references
Joshua 15:62