Etymology and Meaning
The name "Remeth" is derived from the Hebrew word רֶמֶת (Remeth), which is believed to mean "height" or "elevation." This name reflects the geographical or topographical features of the area associated with it.

Biblical References
Remeth is mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the context of the tribal allotments in the Book of Joshua. It is one of the towns allocated to the tribe of Issachar. The reference to Remeth can be found in Joshua 19:21: "The towns of the tribe of Issachar according to their clans were Jezreel, Kesulloth, Shunem, Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath, Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez, Remeth, En-gannim, En-haddah, and Beth-pazzez."

Historical and Geographical Context
Remeth was situated in the territory assigned to the tribe of Issachar, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The region of Issachar was located in the northern part of the Promised Land, an area known for its fertile plains and strategic location. The mention of Remeth alongside other towns suggests it was part of a network of settlements that contributed to the agricultural and economic life of the tribe.

Cultural and Theological Significance
While Remeth itself is not highlighted for any specific events or narratives in the biblical text, its inclusion in the list of towns within Issachar's inheritance underscores the fulfillment of God's promise to the descendants of Jacob. The allocation of land to the tribes of Israel was a significant aspect of God's covenant with His people, symbolizing divine provision and faithfulness.

Archaeological Insights
There is limited archaeological evidence directly associated with Remeth. However, the broader region of Issachar has been the subject of archaeological interest, with findings that provide insights into the lifestyle, culture, and historical context of the ancient Israelites during the period of the Judges and the United Monarchy.

Theological Reflections
The mention of Remeth, though brief, serves as a reminder of the detailed and specific nature of God's promises. Each town and territory listed in the tribal allotments reflects the meticulous care with which God distributed the land among His people. This allocation not only fulfilled the promises made to the patriarchs but also established a framework for the social and religious life of the nation of Israel.

Conclusion
Remeth, as part of the tribal inheritance of Issachar, contributes to the broader narrative of the Israelites' settlement in the Promised Land. Its mention in the biblical text, though not accompanied by detailed accounts or events, is a testament to the historical and theological significance of the land distribution among the tribes of Israel.Remeth

(height), one of the towns of Issachar. (Joshua 19:21) It is probably though not certainly, a distinct place from the RAMOTH of (1 Chronicles 6:73)

Another form of Ramah (q.v.) or Ramoth (1 Chronicles 6:73; Joshua 19:21), and probably also of Jarmuth (Joshua 21:29). REMETH

re'-meth, rem'-eth (remeth; Codex Vaticanus Rhemmas; Codex Alexandrinus Rhamath): A place in the territory of Issachar named with En-gannim (Joshua 19:21). It is probably identical with Ramoth of 1 Chronicles 6:73, and Jarmuth of Joshua 21:29. It is represented today by the village er-Rameh, situated on a hill which rises abruptly from the green plain about 11 miles Southwest of Jenin (Engannim). While the southern boundary of Issachar was, roughly, the southern edge of the plain of Esdraelon, the possessions of the tribes seem sometimes to have overlapped.

See JARMUTH; RAMOTH.

7432. Remeth -- a city in Issachar
... 7431, 7432. Remeth. 7433 . a city in Issachar. Transliteration: Remeth
Phonetic Spelling: (reh'-meth) Short Definition: Remeth. ...
/hebrew/7432.htm - 6kRemeth (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. REMETH. ... Multi-Version Concordance Remeth (1 Occurrence).
Joshua 19:21 Remeth, Engannim, En Haddah, and Beth Pazzez. ...
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Jarmuth (7 Occurrences)
... In Joshua 19:21 "Remeth" occurs (in Hebrew) in the lists of cities of Issachar;
in the Septuagint Rhemmas or Rhamath. The name was ...
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Ramoth (30 Occurrences)
... Heights. A Levitical city in the tribe of Issachar (1 Samuel 30:27; 1 Chronicles
6:73), the same as Jarmuth (Joshua 21:29) and Remeth (qv), 19:21. Int. ...
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Remind (16 Occurrences)

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Gannim (3 Occurrences)
... Joshua 15:34 Zanoah, En Gannim, Tappuah, Enam, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT
NAS NIV). Joshua 19:21 Remeth, Engannim, En Haddah, and Beth Pazzez. ...
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Remembrances (2 Occurrences)

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En-had'dah (1 Occurrence)
... En-had'dah (1 Occurrence). Joshua 19:21 and Remeth, and En-gannim, and En-haddah,
and Beth-pazzez; (See RSV). En-haddah, En-had'dah. Enhakkore . ...
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En-gannim (3 Occurrences)
... WBS YLT NAS). Joshua 19:21 And Remeth and En-gannim and En-haddah and
Beth-pazzez; (BBE DBY JPS WBS YLT NAS). Joshua 21:29 Jarmuth ...
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Enhaddah (1 Occurrence)
... Jenin. Multi-Version Concordance Enhaddah (1 Occurrence). Joshua 19:21 And
Remeth, and Engannim, and Enhaddah, and Bethpazzez; (KJV). ...
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Engannim (3 Occurrences)
... Joshua 15:34 And Zanoah, and Engannim, Tappuah, and Enam, (KJV). Joshua 19:21
Remeth, Engannim, En Haddah, and Beth Pazzez. (WEB KJV ASV). ...
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