Bible Dictionary
Anakim
a people described in Scripture as being of great size or stature
Basic Meaning
Anakim refers to a people group mentioned in the Old Testament.
They are described as people of great stature and are associated with the descendants of Anak.
Biblical Usage
The Anakim appear in passages concerning the land of Canaan and the Israelite conquest.
References to the Anakim occur in Numbers, Deuteronomy, and Joshua.
Related Topics
- Giants
- Nephilim
- Canaan