Canneh
LocationsGeographical Setting
Cannneh is an ancient trading partner of Tyre mentioned in Ezekiel 27:23, likely located in the upper Tigris region.
What is the meaning of Canneh in the Bible?
Cannneh is a place mentioned in Ezekiel 27:23 as one of the places with which Tyre had commercial relations, but its site is unknown. Various scholars have proposed different identifications for Cannneh.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Cannneh helps clarify the extensive reach of Tyrian maritime trade networks into the Mesopotamian interior, illustrating the economic interdependence of ancient Near Eastern powers.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Canneh 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 Canneh in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Canneh clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezekiel 27:23
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
"Canneh." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/canneh/