Beth-emek was a town in the territory of Asher, mentioned in the description of Asher's border. (Joshua 19:27)
Also known as Beth Emek
Beth-emek, meaning "house of the valley" in Hebrew, is mentioned only once in the Bible, in Joshua 19:27, as part of the description of the border of the tribe of Asher. The town is listed along with other cities and landmarks, such as Cabul, Ebron, Rehob, and Hammon, which helped to delineate the extent of Asher's territory.
The exact location of Beth-emek is not specified in the Bible, but it was likely situated in the northwestern part of Canaan, within the allotted territory of Asher. The name "Beth-emek" suggests that the town was located in or near a valley.
Asher's territory was located along the Mediterranean coast, north of the tribe of Manasseh and south of the Phoenician city of Tyre. The region was known for its fertile land and abundant resources, as mentioned in the blessing of Moses (Deu.33.24-25).
No other details about Beth-emek are provided in the Bible, and the town is not mentioned in any other historical or archaeological context. Its inclusion in the description of Asher's border serves primarily to help define the extent of the tribe's territory in the Promised Land.
Approximate location: 32.979, 35.167 · view on a map · on the Bible atlas
BETH-E'MEK (house of the valley), a town of Asher, Josh 19:27; possibly Amkah. 8 miles north-east of Akka.
BETH-E'MEK (house of the valley), a town of Asher, Josh 19:27; possibly Amkah. 8 miles north-east of Akka.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H1025
then turned eastward toward Beth-dagon, touched Zebulun and the Valley of Iphtah-el, and went north to Beth-emek and Neiel, passing Cabul on the left.
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