Bible Dictionary
Lebanon
Lebanon is the mountain range north of Israel, famous in Scripture for its snow, forests, cedars, vineyards, and waters. The name means “white,” likely referring to its pale peaks or snow-covered summits.
Biblical Usage
Lebanon forms part of the northern boundary descriptions of Israel and supplies Scripture with images of snow, forests, cedars, waters, vineyards, wild animals, grandeur, and beauty. It was assigned to Israel but was never conquered by the Israelites.
Scripture References
Joshua 11:17
Numbers 34:8
1 Kings 8:65
2 Kings 14:9
Song of Solomon 4:8
Psalms 29:5
Psalms 29:6
Psalms 72:16
Psalms 104:16-18
Song of Solomon 4:15
Isaiah 2:13
Isaiah 35:2
Isaiah 60:13
Hosea 14:5
Song of Solomon 5:15
Hosea 14:7
Jeremiah 18:14
Joshua 13:5
Judges 3:3
1 Kings 5:2-6
Deuteronomy 1:7
Deuteronomy 11:24
Joshua 13:2-6
Judges 3:1-3
Joshua 1:4
1 Kings 5:6
Ezra 3:7
Isaiah 14:8
Joshua 13:6