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Bethel

Wilson's Dictionary of Bible Types

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Genesis 28:19 (c) The meaning of the word is "The House of GOD."

It is used as a type of GOD making Himself known to His people, revealing His loving care, and His mighty power. The Christian should always be dwelling in "Bethel" in the conscious presence of GOD. (See also Genesis 31:13).

Bibliography Information
Watson, Walter. Entry for 'Bethel'. Wilson's Dictoinary of Bible Types. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​wdt/​b/bethel.html. 1957.
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