Bible Dictionary
Meronothithe, The
“The Meronothite” was a designation meaning a native or inhabitant of Meronoth, a place whose location is not known with certainty.
Definition
“The Meronothite” was a designation probably indicating a native or inhabitant of Meronoth. The place itself is otherwise unknown, and the supplied material gives no further explanation of the name.
Biblical Usage
The Meronothites are mentioned in the biblical records, including the designation of men associated with David’s administration and the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s wall.
Historical Background
No further traces of Meronoth have been discovered, and its location remains unidentified.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
that is, the native of the place called probably Meronoth, of which, however, no further traces have yet been discovered. The Meronothites are named in the Bible—