תַּאֲנַת שִׁלֹ֑ה (ta.a.nat shi.loh)
ta.a.nat shi.loh
Taanath-shiloh
N:N--LQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
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Word Overview
The proper noun Taanath-shiloh appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, marking a specific geographical point in Joshua 16:6. The name translates literally to "approach to Shiloh," identifying it as a landmark situated on the boundary of the tribe of Ephraim.
As a place name, its significance is primarily topographical rather than theological. It served as a marker delineating the territorial limits of Ephraim during the distribution of the Promised Land. The reference to Shiloh anchors the location to that important early Israelite center, suggesting the landmark was a recognizable point on the route leading toward or near the sanctuary town.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
Taanath-shiloh appears just once in Scripture, marking a boundary for the tribe of Ephraim in Joshua 16:6. Its name means "approach to Shiloh," pointing toward an early center of worship and community. This small detail reminds us that God cares about the specific places where His people live and gather.
While we may not map our spiritual journeys like ancient borders, this verse shows that God guides us through real locations and moments. The mention of Shiloh connects the land promise to a place of seeking God’s presence. It invites us to consider how our own communities and gatherings serve as landmarks in our faith.
God’s provision includes both broad promises and specific details. Even a single town name can anchor our trust in His faithful guidance through every season of life.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Taanath1×
- Shiloh1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- תַּאֲנַ֣ת1×
- שִׁלֹ֑ה1×
Key Verses
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Joshua 16:6
The border went out westward at Michmethath on the north. The border turned about eastward to Taanath Shiloh, and passed along it on the east of Janoah.
This verse uses Taanath-shiloh as a precise landmark to define the western boundary of Ephraim, linking it geographically to the significant worship center of Shiloh.