Original Word: צְנָן
Part of Speech: Proper Name Location
Transliteration: Tsenan
Pronunciation: tseh-NAHN
Phonetic Spelling: (tsen-awn')
Definition: Tsenan
Meaning: Tsenan

Word Origin: Derived from the root צָנַן (tsanan), meaning "to be cool" or "to be cold."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for Tsenan, as it is a specific Hebrew place name. However, Greek entries related to geographical locations or terms for "cold" or "cool" might be of interest for thematic studies.

Usage: Tsenan is a place name mentioned in the Hebrew Bible. It is identified as a town in the territory allotted to the tribe of Judah. The name itself suggests a place that might have been known for its cooler climate or perhaps a location with a refreshing environment.

Cultural and Historical Background: Tsenan is part of the list of towns in the lowland region of Judah, as described in the Book of Joshua. The lowland, or Shephelah, was a fertile area known for its agriculture and strategic importance. The towns in this region were often fortified and played significant roles in the defense and economy of ancient Judah.

Word Origin
from the same as tson
Definition
a place in the Shephelah of Judah, perhaps the same as NH6630
NASB Translation
Zenan (1).

Zenan

Probably for Tsa'anan; Tsenan, a place near Palestine -- Zenan.

see HEBREW Tsa'anan

צְנָ֥ן צנן ṣə·nān ṣənān tzeNanInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts