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Although Beth-Shemesh is not mentioned by name in any extra-Biblical sources, it plays a prominent role in the Bible. A popular round stone pilgrim platform now sits atop the site of Beth-Shemesh, and from this vantage point it is easy to imagine the Ark of the Covenant returning to Israel from Philistine territory.
Feb 23, 2023 · Beth Shemesh is a focal city in several Bible stories, including the story of Samson, the return of the ark of the covenant to Israel, and a major clash between King Amaziah of Judah and King Joash of Israel.
Analysis and comparison of the passages in the Bible where a Beth-shemesh is mentioned show four places of this name. 1. Beth-shemesh of Judah: The first mention of a place by this name is in the description of the border of the territory of Judah ( Joshua 15:10) which "went down to Beth-Shemesh."
May 28, 2021 · Biblical Beth-Shemesh appears in the Books of Joshua, Judges, 1 Samuel, 1 and 2 Kings, and 1 and 2 Chronicles—notably as the place where the Philistines returned the briefly captured Ark of the Covenant to the Israelites (1 Samuel 6).
1. Beth-shemesh of Judah: The first mention of a place by this name is in the description of the border of the territory of Judah ( Joshua 15:10) which "went down to Beth-Shemesh." This topographical indication "down" puts the place toward the lowlands on the East or West side of Palestine, but does not indicate which.
Bethshemesh. ( house of the sun ). One of the towns which marked the north boundary of Judah. ( Joshua 15:10) It is now Ainshems , about two miles from the great Philistine plain, and seven from Ekron. A city on the border of Issachar. ( Joshua 19:22) One of the "fenced cities" of Naphtali. ( Joshua 19:38; Judges 1:33)
Topical Bible: Beth-Shemesh: A Priestly City of the Tribe of Dan. Bible > Topical > Beth-Shemesh. eBibles • Free Downloads • Audio. Beth-Shemesh: A Priestly City of the Tribe of Dan . Jump to: Nave's • Library • Subtopics • Resources. Nave's Topical Index. Joshua 21:16.
