Bethnimrah, also referred to simply as Nimrah, is a location mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the context of the tribal allotments east of the Jordan River. The name "Bethnimrah" translates to "house of pure water" or "house of sweetness," which may reflect the area's natural features or its significance in biblical times.

Biblical References:

Bethnimrah is first mentioned in the Book of Numbers as part of the territory requested by the tribes of Reuben and Gad. These tribes, possessing large herds of livestock, sought lands suitable for grazing. The region east of the Jordan, including Bethnimrah, was ideal for their needs.

· Numbers 32:3 : "Ataroth, Dibon, Jazer, Nimrah, Heshbon, Elealeh, Sebam, Nebo, and Beon."

In this passage, Bethnimrah is listed among the cities that the tribes of Reuben and Gad desired to inhabit. The request was granted by Moses, provided that these tribes would first assist in the conquest of Canaan west of the Jordan.

· Numbers 32:36 : "Beth-nimrah and Beth-haran as fortified cities, and built folds for their flocks."

This verse indicates that the tribes fortified Bethnimrah, suggesting its strategic importance and the need for protection against potential threats. The construction of folds for flocks underscores the pastoral nature of the region and the economic activities of its inhabitants.

Geographical and Historical Context:

Bethnimrah was situated in the Transjordan, an area known for its fertile lands and abundant water sources. The location is often associated with the Wadi Nimrin, a stream that flows into the Jordan River, which would have provided the necessary resources for agriculture and livestock.

The historical significance of Bethnimrah is tied to its role in the settlement patterns of the Israelite tribes. As part of the territory of Gad, it served as a base for the tribe's operations and contributed to the overall stability and prosperity of the region.

Archaeological Insights:

While specific archaeological evidence directly identifying Bethnimrah is limited, the general area has been subject to various excavations. These have revealed insights into the lifestyle and culture of the inhabitants during the biblical period, including fortified structures and agricultural installations.

Theological Significance:

Bethnimrah's inclusion in the biblical narrative highlights themes of divine provision and the fulfillment of God's promises to the tribes of Israel. The allocation of land east of the Jordan was part of the broader divine plan for the settlement of the Israelites in the Promised Land. The successful establishment of communities like Bethnimrah serves as a testament to God's faithfulness and the cooperation among the tribes in achieving their divinely ordained inheritance.

In summary, Bethnimrah is a noteworthy location within the biblical landscape, representing both the practical needs of the Israelite tribes and the spiritual journey of the nation as they settled in the land promised to them by God.Bethnimrah

(house of leopards) one of the fenced cities on the east of Jordan taken and built by the tribe of Gad (Numbers 32:36) and described as being in the valley beside Beth-haran. (Joshua 13:27) In (Numbers 32:3) it is called simply NIMRAH. The name still survives in the modern Nahr Nimrim, above Jericho on the Jordan.

BETH-NIMRAH

beth-nim'-ra (beth nimrah, "house of leopard," Numbers 32:36, but in verse Numbers 32:3 it is simply Nimrah): In Joshua 13:27 the full name appears. In Isaiah 15:6 the name appears as Nimrim, identified as Tell Nimrim, between Jericho and the mountains on the east, where there is a fountain of large size. The city was assigned to Gad. In the 4th century A.D. it was located as five Roman miles North of Livias. Eusebius calls it Bethamnaram (SEP, I, Tell Nimrin).

NIMRAH; BETH-NIMRAH

nim'-ra (nimrah; Codex Vaticanus Nambra; Codex Alexandrinus Ambram), or (beth nimrah; Codex Vaticanus Namram; Codex Alexandria Ambran (Numbers 32:36); Codex Vaticanus Baithanabra; Codex Alexandrinus Bethamna (Joshua 13:27)): These two names evidently refer to the same place; but there is no reason to think, as some have done, from the similarity of the names, that it is identical with NIMRIM (which see). On the contrary, the indications of the passages cited point to a site East of the Jordan valley and Nimrah of the Dead Sea. About 11 miles Northeast of the mouth of the Jordan, where Wady Nimrin, coming down from the eastern up-lands, enters the plain, stands a hill called Tell Nimrin, with tombs and certain traces of ancient building. This may be certainly identified with Nimrah and Beth-nimrah; and it corresponds to Bethnambris of Eusebius, Onomasticon, which lay 5 Roman miles Nimrah of Livias.

W. Ewing

Bethnimrah (2 Occurrences)
... W. Ewing. Multi-Version Concordance Bethnimrah (2 Occurrences). Numbers 32:36 And
Bethnimrah, and Bethharan, fenced cities: and folds for sheep. (KJV). ...
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Beth-nimrah (2 Occurrences)
Beth-nimrah. Bethnimrah, Beth-nimrah. Beth-nim'rah . Int. ... (ASV BBE DBY JPS WBS
YLT NAS). Bethnimrah, Beth-nimrah. Beth-nim'rah . Reference Bible.
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Fenced (61 Occurrences)
... (KJV). Numbers 32:36 And Bethnimrah, and Bethharan, fenced cities: and folds
for sheep. (KJV). Deuteronomy 1:28 whither are we going up? ...
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Bethabara (1 Occurrence)
... In Joshua 13:27 (Septuagint, Codex Vaticanus) we find Baithanabra for Bethnimrah
(Massoretic Text), and Sir George Grove in DB (arts. ...
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Betharam (1 Occurrence)
... Joshua 13:27 And in the valley, Betharam, and Bethnimrah, and Succoth, and Zaphon,
the rest of the kingdom of Sihon king of Heshbon, Jordan and his border ...
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Bethharan (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Bethharan (1 Occurrence). Numbers 32:36 And Bethnimrah,
and Bethharan, fenced cities: and folds for sheep. (KJV). ...
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Beth-millo (3 Occurrences)
Beth-millo. Bethmillo, Beth-millo. Bethnimrah . Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia
BETH-MILLO. ... (See JPS). Bethmillo, Beth-millo. Bethnimrah . Reference Bible
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Edge (150 Occurrences)
... Joshua 13:27 And in the valley, Betharam, and Bethnimrah, and Succoth, and Zaphon,
the rest of the kingdom of Sihon king of Heshbon, Jordan and his border ...
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Border (233 Occurrences)
... Joshua 13:27 And in the valley, Betharam, and Bethnimrah, and Succoth, and Zaphon,
the rest of the kingdom of Sihon king of Heshbon, Jordan and his border ...
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