Chinnereth
LocationsGeographical Setting
Chinnereth is an ancient Hebrew toponym referring to the freshwater lake in northern Israel, known today as the Sea of Galilee or Lake Kinneret.
What is the meaning of Chinnereth in the Bible?
Chinnereth is the ancient Hebrew name for the body of water now known as the Sea of Galilee, derived from the Hebrew word for 'lyre' due to the lake's elongated, harp-like shape.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding this geographical term clarifies the specific setting of events in the Pentateuch and the Gospels, allowing readers to visualize the terrain where key biblical narratives took place.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Chinnereth (located near modern Sea of Galilee (Lake Kinneret), Israel) 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 Chinnereth in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Chinnereth clarify?
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
"Chinnereth." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/chinnereth/