Ramoth
LocationsGeographical Setting
Ramoth is an ancient Levitical city situated in the territory of the tribe of Gad, distinct from the Ramoth in Gilead.
What is the meaning of Ramoth in the Bible?
Ramoth is a Hebrew term meaning 'heights' and refers to a Levitical city located within the territory of the tribe of Issachar. It is mentioned in the First Book of Samuel as a designated city for the Levites.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying this location helps scholars map the administrative distribution of the Levitical priesthood across the tribal allotments of ancient Israel.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Ramoth (located near modern Rummaneh, West Bank) 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 Ramoth in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Ramoth 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
"Ramoth." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/ramoth/