The story of Kanah
Kanah was a biblical figure mentioned in the Book of Judges. He was the son of Ephraim and the grandson of Joseph. He had two brothers, Shuthelah and Tahan. Kanah is best known for being the site of a battle between the tribes of Ephraim and Manasseh. The battle was fought over a dispute about the ownership of a well. The Ephraimites were defeated and the well was given to the Manassehites. Kanah is also mentioned in the Book of Joshua as a city in the territory of the tribe of Asher. It was located near the Mediterranean Sea and was part of the allotment of land given to the tribe of Asher. Kanah is also mentioned in the Book of Chronicles as a city in the territory of the tribe of Manasseh. It was located near the Jordan River and was part of the allotment of land given to the tribe of Manasseh. Kanah is best known for being the site of a battle between the tribes of Ephraim and Manasseh. The battle was fought over a dispute about the ownership of a well. The Ephraimites were defeated and the well was given to the Manassehites. This battle is seen as a symbol of the rivalry between the two tribes and is an important part of the history of the Israelites.
Name meaning
The name "Kanah" has Hebrew origins and is mentioned in the Bible. In Hebrew, "Kanah" (קָנָה) means "reed" or "stalk," reflecting its association with plant life or a straight, upright structure. It's used in the context of geographical locations, such as the brook Kanah mentioned in the Old Testament that served as a boundary line for the tribe of Ephraim. The name carries connotations related to nature and biblical history.
Name origin
Hebrew
First mention
Exodus 6:24
Appearances in the Bible
23 mentions
