Beth-Meon
LocationsGeographical Setting
Beth-meon was an ancient fortified settlement in the territory of Moab, identified with the archaeological site at Tell el-Meshash.
SIGNIFICANCE
Its mention in Numbers 32:3 and 32:38 helps readers identify the specific tribal allotments and territorial boundaries of the Reubenites and Gadites during the conquest period.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Beth-Meon (located near modern Tell el-Meshash, Jordan) held strategic importance. Understanding its position and trade routes explains why key biblical events unfolded here.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Beth-Meon in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Beth-Meon clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Numbers 32:3
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Beth-Meon." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/bethmeon/