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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Bath-Rabbim</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/b/bath-rabbim.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/songs/7-4.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/b/bath-rabbim.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Bath-Rabbim</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/b/bathrabbim.htm" title="Bathrabbim">◄</a> Bath-Rabbim <a href="/topical/b/bath-rab'bim.htm" title="Bath-rab'bim">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#isb" title="International Standard Bible Encyclopedia">ISBE</a> • <a href="#eas" title="Easton's Bible Dictionary">Easton's</a> • <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#heb" title="Strong's Hebrew Concordance">Hebrew</a> • <a href="#lib" title="Library">Library</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div><b>Definition and Meaning:</b> <br>Bath-rabbim is a term found in the Bible, specifically in the Song of Solomon. The name "Bath-rabbim" translates to "daughter of many" or "daughter of a multitude." It is often understood to refer to a populous or significant location, possibly a gate or a landmark within a city.<br><br><b>Biblical Reference:</b> <br>The term "Bath-rabbim" appears in <a href="/songs/7-4.htm">Song of Solomon 7:4</a>, where it is used in a poetic description of the beloved's beauty: "Your neck is like a tower of ivory; your eyes are the pools of Heshbon by the gate of Bath-rabbim. Your nose is like the tower of Lebanon facing toward Damascus." <br><br><b>Contextual Significance:</b> <br>In the context of the Song of Solomon, Bath-rabbim is mentioned as part of a series of metaphors and similes that extol the physical beauty of the Shulammite woman. The reference to "the pools of Heshbon by the gate of Bath-rabbim" suggests a place of beauty and tranquility, enhancing the imagery of the beloved's eyes. Heshbon was a significant city in ancient times, known for its strategic location and its association with the Amorites and later the Israelites.<br><br><b>Historical and Geographical Considerations:</b> <br>Bath-rabbim is believed to be a gate or a notable area within the city of Heshbon, which was located east of the Jordan River in the territory that was allotted to the tribe of Reuben. Heshbon was a prominent city during the time of the Israelite conquest under Moses and Joshua. The mention of Bath-rabbim in the Song of Solomon may indicate a well-known landmark that would have been familiar to the original audience of the text.<br><br><b>Theological Implications:</b> <br>The use of Bath-rabbim in the Song of Solomon highlights the richness of biblical poetry and the use of geographical and cultural references to convey deeper meanings. The imagery serves to elevate the beloved's beauty to that of a well-known and admired location, suggesting a sense of admiration and reverence. This reflects the broader theme of the Song of Solomon, which celebrates love, beauty, and the intimate relationship between the beloved and the lover.<br><br><b>Cultural and Literary Analysis:</b> <br>The Song of Solomon is a unique book within the biblical canon, characterized by its poetic and allegorical language. The mention of Bath-rabbim, along with other geographical references, contributes to the vivid and evocative imagery that defines the book. Such references would have resonated with the original audience, providing a tangible connection to the text's expressions of love and admiration.<br><br>In summary, Bath-rabbim serves as a poetic device within the Song of Solomon, enriching the text's imagery and providing insight into the cultural and geographical context of the time. Its mention underscores the beauty and significance attributed to the beloved, reflecting the broader themes of love and admiration that permeate the book.<a name="eas" id="eas"></a><div class="vheading2">Easton's Bible Dictionary</div>Daughter of many, the name of one of the gates of the city of Heshbon, near which were pools (Cant.7:4). <a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">BATH-RABBIM, THE GATE OF</span><p>W. Ewing<p><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/1337.htm"><span class="l">1337. <b>Bath</b>-<b>rabbim</b> -- "daughter of multitudes," a name for Heshbon <b>...</b></span></a><br><b>Bath</b>-<b>rabbim</b>. 1336, 1337. <b>Bath</b>-<b>rabbim</b>. 1338 . "daughter of multitudes,"<br> a name for Heshbon or its gate. Transliteration: <b>Bath</b>-<b>rabbim</b> <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/1337.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/guyon/song_of_songs_of_solomon/chapter_vii.htm"><span class="l">Chapter vii</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Thy neck is as a tower of ivory, thine eyes like the fish-pools in Heshbon, by the<br> gate of <b>Bathrabbim</b>; thy nose is as the tower of Lebanon which looked toward <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//christianbookshelf.org/guyon/song of songs of solomon/chapter vii.htm</font><p><a href="/library/bunyan/the_works_of_john_bunyan_volumes_1-3/a_discourse.htm"><span class="l">A Discourse</span></a> <br><b>...</b> 'Thy neck,' says he 'is as a tower of ivory; thine eyes like the fish-pools in Heshbon,<br> by the gate of <b>Bath</b>-<b>rabbim</b>; thy nose is as the tower of Lebanon which <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/a discourse.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/b/bathrabbim.htm"><span class="l"><b>Bathrabbim</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 4). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. <b>BATH</b>-<b>RABBIM</b>, THE GATE OF. W. Ewing.<br> Multi-Version Concordance <b>Bathrabbim</b> (1 Occurrence). Song <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/bathrabbim.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/bath-rabbim.htm"><span class="l"><b>Bath</b>-<b>rabbim</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>Bath</b>-<b>rabbim</b>. <b>Bathrabbim</b>, <b>Bath</b>-<b>rabbim</b>. Bath-rab'bim . Easton's Bible Dictionary <b>...</b> <br><b>Bathrabbim</b>, <b>Bath</b>-<b>rabbim</b>. Bath-rab'bim . Reference Bible. <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/bath-rabbim.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/bath-rab'bim.htm"><span class="l">Bath-rab'bim (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br>Bath-rab'bim. <b>Bath</b>-<b>rabbim</b>, Bath-rab'bim. Baths . Multi-Version Concordance <b>...</b><br> (See RSV). <b>Bath</b>-<b>rabbim</b>, Bath-rab'bim. Baths . Reference Bible. <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/bath-rab'bim.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/o/overlooking.htm"><span class="l">Overlooking (11 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Song of Songs 7:4 Your neck is as a tower of ivory; your eyes like the waters in<br> Heshbon, by the doorway of <b>Bath</b>-<b>rabbim</b>; your nose is as the tower on Lebanon <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/o/overlooking.htm - 10k</font><p><a href="/topical/f/fishpools.htm"><span class="l">Fishpools (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Song of Songs 7:4 Thy neck is as a tower of ivory; thine eyes like the fishpools<br> in Heshbon, by the gate of <b>Bathrabbim</b>: thy nose is as the tower of Lebanon <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/f/fishpools.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/f/fish-pools.htm"><span class="l">Fish-pools (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Song of Songs 7:4 Thy neck is as a tower of ivory; thy eyes like the fish-pools<br> in Heshbon, by the gate of <b>Bath</b>-<b>rabbim</b>: thy nose is as the tower of Lebanon <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/f/fish-pools.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/r/rabbim.htm"><span class="l">Rabbim (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Rabbim (1 Occurrence). Song of Songs 7:4 Your neck is like an ivory tower. Your<br> eyes are like the pools in Heshbon by the gate of <b>Bathrabbim</b>. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/r/rabbim.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/e/examination.htm"><span class="l">Examination (10 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> See also COURTS, JUDICIAL. Frank E. Hirsch. <b>BATH</b>-<b>RABBIM</b>, THE GATE OF. W. Ewing.<br> BEAUTIFUL GATE. bu'-ti-fool, gat. See TEMPLE. BENJAMIN, GATE OF. See JERUSALEM. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/e/examination.htm - 11k</font><p><a href="/topical/p/pools.htm"><span class="l">Pools (15 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE WBS YLT RSV). Song of Songs 7:4 Your neck is like an ivory<br> tower. Your eyes are like the pools in Heshbon by the gate of <b>Bathrabbim</b>. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/p/pools.htm - 13k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/bathing-place.htm"><span class="l">Bathing-place (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br>Bathing-place. Bathing, Bathing-place. <b>Bathrabbim</b> . Multi-Version Concordance <b>...</b><br> (BBE). Bathing, Bathing-place. <b>Bathrabbim</b> . 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