Topical Encyclopedia Kiriath is a term found in the Bible that generally refers to a city or town. The name "Kiriath" itself means "city" in Hebrew, and it is often used as a prefix in the names of several locations mentioned in the Scriptures. These locations hold historical and theological significance within the biblical narrative.1. Kiriath-Arba: This is perhaps the most notable mention of Kiriath in the Bible. Kiriath-Arba is another name for Hebron, a significant city in the biblical history of Israel. It is first mentioned in Genesis 23:2, where it is described as the place where Sarah died: "Sarah died in Kiriath-arba (that is, Hebron) in the land of Canaan, and Abraham went to mourn for Sarah and to weep over her." Hebron later becomes a city of refuge and a Levitical city, as well as the inheritance of Caleb, one of the faithful spies (Joshua 14:13-15). 2. Kiriath-Jearim: This city is located in the territory of Judah and is significant for its association with the Ark of the Covenant. After the Ark was returned by the Philistines, it was brought to Kiriath-Jearim and remained there for twenty years before being moved to Jerusalem by King David (1 Samuel 7:1-2). The city is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 13:5-6: "So David assembled all the Israelites, from the Shihor River in Egypt to Lebo-hamath, to bring the ark of God from Kiriath-jearim." 3. Kiriath-Sepher: Also known as Debir, this city was captured by Othniel, Caleb's younger brother, as recorded in Joshua 15:15-17: "From there he marched against the inhabitants of Debir (formerly known as Kiriath-sepher). And Caleb said, 'I will give my daughter Acsah in marriage to the one who strikes down and captures Kiriath-sepher.' So Othniel son of Caleb’s brother Kenaz captured the city, and Caleb gave his daughter Acsah to him in marriage." 4. Kiriath-Huzoth: Mentioned in Numbers 22:39, this city is associated with the account of Balaam. Balak, the king of Moab, took Balaam to Kiriath-Huzoth to show him the extent of the Israelite camp, hoping to persuade him to curse Israel: "So Balaam went with Balak, and they came to Kiriath-huzoth." The various cities prefixed with "Kiriath" reflect the diverse historical and spiritual contexts within which they are mentioned. They serve as settings for significant events in the biblical narrative, from the patriarchal period through the time of the judges and into the monarchy. Each location contributes to the unfolding account of God's covenant relationship with His people, Israel, and highlights the geographical and cultural landscape of the ancient Near East. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia KIRIATHkir'-i-ath (qiryath, "city"; the King James Version Kirjath): Mentioned (Joshua 18:28) as a city of Benjamin; has been identified with Kuriet el `Enab, "town of grapes," a prosperous town on the highroad between Jerusalem and Jaffa; it is sometimes spoken of by the inhabitants as Qurieh. It is, however, generally thought that Kiriath here stands for KIRIATH-JEARIM (which see). See P E F, III, 132, Sh XVII. Strong's Hebrew 7154. Qiryath Baal -- "city of Baal," another name for Kiriath ...... "city of Baal," another name for Kiriath-jearim. Transliteration: Qiryath Baal Phonetic Spelling: (keer-yath' bah'-al) Short Definition: Kiriath-baal. ... /hebrew/7154.htm - 6k 8126. Shumathi -- a family of Kiriath-jearim 4954. Mishrai -- a family of Kiriath-jearim 7157. Qiryath Yearim -- "city of forests," a city given to Judah ... 7158. Qiryath Sannah -- "city of writing," a city in Judah 7153. Qiryath Arba -- "city of the four," an older name of Hebron 7155. Qiryath Chutsoth -- "city of streets," a city in Moab Library Emmaus. Kiriath-Jearim. From the Talmud and Hebraica The Book of Jubilees The Witness of Balaam to Israel From Megiddo to Carchemish, 608-605. The Greek Versions as Aids to Biblical Study. Thesaurus Kiriath (34 Occurrences)... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia KIRIATH. ... It is, however, generally thought that Kiriath here stands for KIRIATH-JEARIM (which see). See PEF, III, 132, Sh XVII. ... /k/kiriath.htm - 17k Kiriath-arba (9 Occurrences) Kiriath-sepher (4 Occurrences) Kiriath-baal (2 Occurrences) Kiriath-jearim (17 Occurrences) Kiriath-sannah (1 Occurrence) Kiriath-huzoth (1 Occurrence) Kiriath-arim (1 Occurrence) Kir'iath-je'arim (18 Occurrences) Jearim (19 Occurrences) Resources Who was Samuel in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgWho were Nadab and Abihu? | GotQuestions.org Who was Obed in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Kiriath (34 Occurrences)Genesis 23:2 Genesis 35:27 Numbers 22:39 Joshua 9:17 Joshua 14:15 Joshua 15:9 Joshua 15:13 Joshua 15:15 Joshua 15:16 Joshua 15:49 Joshua 15:54 Joshua 15:60 Joshua 18:14 Joshua 18:15 Joshua 18:28 Joshua 20:7 Joshua 21:11 Judges 1:10 Judges 1:11 Judges 1:12 Judges 18:12 1 Samuel 6:21 1 Samuel 7:1 1 Samuel 7:2 1 Chronicles 2:50 1 Chronicles 2:52 1 Chronicles 2:53 1 Chronicles 13:5 1 Chronicles 13:6 2 Chronicles 1:4 Ezra 2:25 Nehemiah 7:29 Nehemiah 11:25 Jeremiah 26:20 Subtopics Related Terms Shaveh-kiriathaim (1 Occurrence) Sha'veh-kiriatha'im (1 Occurrence) Zer'eth-sha'har (1 Occurrence) Beth-jeshimoth (4 Occurrences) Beth-jesh'imoth (3 Occurrences) Ched-or-lao'mer (5 Occurrences) Ash'teroth-karna'im (1 Occurrence) |
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