Meaning
Bashan is a region east of the Jordan River known for its fertile land and pastures.
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, Bashan is a region east of the Jordan River.
It is known for its fertile land, cattle, forests, and cities. Bashan was ruled by Og before it was conquered by Israel and allotted to the tribes east of the Jordan.
Key References
- Numbers 21:33-35
- Deuteronomy 3:1-13
- Joshua 12:4-5
- Joshua 13:11-12
- Psalm 22:12
- Psalm 68:15
- Isaiah 2:13
- Ezekiel 39:18
Related Terms
- Og
- Rephaim
- Canaan
- Promised Land
- Giants