Strong’s H6946

קָדֵשׁ

Part of speech

Proper Name Location

Transliteration

Qadesh

Pronunciation

kah-DAYSH

Definition

Kadesh

Meaning

Kadesh

Usage

Kadesh is a significant location in the biblical narrative, often referred to as Kadesh-barnea. It is primarily known as a wilderness area where the Israelites camped during their 40-year journey in the desert. The name itself suggests a place of sanctity or holiness, possibly indicating its importance as a site of divine encounters or significant events.

Bible references

Genesis 14:7;Genesis 16:14;Genesis 20:1;Numbers 13:26;Numbers 20:1;Numbers 20:14;Numbers 20:16;Numbers 20:22;Numbers 27:14;Numbers 33:36;Numbers 33:37;Deuteronomy 1:46;Deuteronomy 32:51;Judges 11:16;Judges 11:17;Psalm 29:8;Ezekiel 47:19;Ezekiel 48:28