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Atroth

Places & Geography • Old Testament
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Atroth was a city of Gad east of the Jordan. Its name means “crowns.”

Definition

Atroth, meaning “crowns,” was a city of Gad.

Biblical Usage

Atroth is mentioned among the cities associated with Gad in Numbers 32:35.

Historical Background

Atroth is identified as a city belonging to the tribe of Gad.

Scripture References

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
(crowns), a city of Gad. (Numbers 32:35)
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