Thimnathah
LocationsGeographical Setting
Timnah was a city allotted to the tribe of Dan in the lowlands of Judah, later identified by scholars with the mound of Tell el-Ful.
What is the meaning of Thimnathah in the Bible?
The King James Version in Joshua 19:43 renders the Hebrew name as 'Thimnathah', a variant spelling for Timnah, which denotes a specific territorial allotment.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing the variant spelling clarifies the geographical boundaries assigned to the tribe of Dan in the biblical narrative.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Thimnathah (located near modern Tell el-Ful (near modern-day Jerusalem, 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 Thimnathah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Thimnathah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Joshua 19:43
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
"Thimnathah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/thimnathah/