Strong’s H7154
קַרְיַת בַּעַל
Part of speech
Proper Name Location
Transliteration
Qiryath Ba`al
Pronunciation
keer-YAHT BAH-al
Definition
Kiriath Baal
Meaning
Kirjath-Baal
Usage
Kiriath Baal, meaning "City of Baal," is a location mentioned in the Old Testament. It is identified as a city within the territory of the tribe of Judah. The name reflects the Canaanite influence in the region, as Baal was a prominent deity worshiped by the Canaanites.
Bible references
Joshua 15:60;Joshua 18:14