Bible Dictionary
Beth-anoth
A town in the hill country of Judah, near Hebron, included among Judah’s cities.
Definition
Beth-anoth was a town in the mountainous district of Judah. Its name is explained as “house of answers” and probably “House of Anath,” a god.
Biblical Usage
Beth-anoth is listed among the towns of Judah’s hill country.
Historical Background
It has been identified with Beit ‘Ainun, near Hebron. The present surface ruins belong to later ages.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
House of answers, a city in the mountainous district of Judah (Josh. 15:59). It has been identified with the modern Beit-‘Anun, about 3 miles northeast of Hebron.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>beth-a'-noth (beth`anoth; Baithanam, probably "House of Anath"--a god; Jos 15:59): The ruin of Beit `Ainun, 1 1/2 miles Southeast of Halhul, in the neighborhood also of Bethzur and Gedor--places mentioned in association with it as towns in the hill country of Judah--appears to be a probable site. The present surface ruins belong to later ages.</p>