Kadesh

English

Etymology

From Semitic q-d-š (“holy”), thus being "the holy city" in reference to the followers of Qetesh.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈkeɪˌdɛʃ/[1]
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  • Hyphenation: Ka‧desh

Proper noun

Kadesh

  1. An ancient city of the Levant, located on or near the headwaters or ford of the Orontes river.
  2. Alternative spelling of Qetesh

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References
  1. “Kadesh, .”, in Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: Merriam-Webster, 1996–present.

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