Nimrah
LocationsGeographical Setting
Nimrah, also known as Beth-nimrah, was an ancient town situated in the territory of the tribe of Gad on the eastern side of the Jordan River.
What is the meaning of Nimrah in the Bible?
Nimrah is an ancient settlement located east of the Jordan River, archaeologically identified with the site of Tell el-Umeiri, corresponding to the biblical Beth-nimrah.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying this location helps scholars map the territorial boundaries of the Transjordanian tribes during the settlement period.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Nimrah (located near modern Tell el-Umeiri) 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 Nimrah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Nimrah 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
"Nimrah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/nimrah/