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Bethgamul

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A town of Moab in the plains east of the Jordan, mentioned in Jeremiah’s prophecy against Moab.

Definition

Bethgamul means “camel-house.” It was a town of Moab in the plains east of the Jordan.

Biblical Usage

Bethgamul is named in Jeremiah’s prophecy concerning Moab.

Historical Background

It was situated in the downs east of the Jordan.

Scripture References

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Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
(camel-house), a town of Moab, in the downs east of Jordan. (Jeremiah 48:23) comp. Jere 48:21
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