Shenir
LocationsGeographical Setting
Shenir is an ancient Canaanite name for Mount Hermon, a prominent peak in the Anti-Lebanon range.
What is the meaning of Shenir in the Bible?
Shenir is the Amorite designation for Mount Hermon, referenced in Deuteronomy 3:9 and Song of Solomon 4:8 as a northern boundary landmark.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Shenir as Mount Hermon clarifies the geographical extent of ancient Israelite territories and highlights the cultural interactions between Israelite and Amorite populations in the northern regions.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Shenir (located near modern Mount Hermon) 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 Shenir in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Shenir clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Deuteronomy 3:9Song of Solomon 4:8
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
"Shenir." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/shenir/