Kiriath
LocationsGeographical Setting
Kiriath is an ancient settlement in the territory of Benjamin, identified with the modern village of Kuriet el-Enab located on the route between Jerusalem and Jaffa.
What is the meaning of Kiriath in the Bible?
Kiriath is a city mentioned in Joshua 18:28 as belonging to the tribe of Benjamin, identified with Kuriet el-Enab, a town situated on the high road between Jerusalem and Jaffa.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Kiriath with Kuriet el-Enab helps readers locate the specific territorial boundaries of Benjamin and understand the geographical context of the tribal allotments described in the Book of Joshua.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
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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.