Bible Dictionary
Bethbaalmaveth
A town of Benjamin, also called Azmaveth, mentioned in the list of those who returned from exile.
Definition
Bethbaalmaveth was a town of Benjamin. Its name means “house of Azmaveth,” and it is identified with the place elsewhere called Azmaveth and Beth-samos.
Biblical Usage
Bethbaalmaveth is mentioned only in the list of those associated with the return from exile.
Historical Background
The name is explained as “house of Azmaveth.” It is mentioned under this form in Nehemiah 7:28.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(house of Azmaveth). Under this name is mentioned, in (Nehemiah 7:28) only, the town of Benjamin which is elsewhere called Azmaveth and BETH-SAMOS.