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Tahath

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Tahath was a desert station on Israel’s wilderness journey, listed between Makheloth and Tarah. Its location has not been identified.

Definition

Tahath was a desert station or encampment of the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness. It was situated in the itinerary between Makheloth and Tarah.

Biblical Usage

Tahath is named in the list of Israel’s wilderness stations.

Historical Background

The location of Tahath has not been identified. Its name is associated with the meaning “station.”

Scripture References

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
the name of a desert station of the Israelites between Makheloth and Tarah. (Numbers 33:26) The site has not been identified. (station).
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