Definition: The word "Medinah" appears in the Hebrew Bible, which was written around 350-270 BCE in ancient Israel. It was a major city-state that ruled over most of Palestine at the time. It's located where today's Jerusalem stands. The term refers to a large and influential city-state of a certain age, like a medieval country or city. It signifies grandeur, power, or might. For instance, if we consider it in the Old Testament, it would have been the capital city of Israel, a strong leader, or an important religious center during a time. In Jewish texts, Medinah is often associated with Solomon as he became one of the most powerful rulers in ancient Israel. So, it's a pivotal term in understanding Israel's history, religion and political systems in the biblical context.