ΥΡΚΑΝΕΙΟΝ, υρκανειον
YRKANEION, yrkaneion
Sounds Like: heer-kah-NEH-ee-on
Translations: Hyrcaneion, Hyrcaneum
From the root: ΥΡΚΑΝΕΙΟΝ
Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Explanation: This word refers to Hyrcaneion, a fortress or city in ancient Judea. It was a significant stronghold during the Hasmonean period, often mentioned in historical accounts related to sieges and military campaigns. It is a proper noun, referring to a specific geographical location.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Instances
Josephus' The Jewish War
- Book One — 9:3
From the same root
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