The Hebrew noun naveh refers to a dwelling place, habitation, or pasture — especially the resting place of flocks and shepherds. Occurring about 30 times in the OT, it is used both for human settlements and for God's own dwelling. It evokes images of peace, beauty, and settled rest.
Naveh connects two key biblical themes: shepherding and God's dwelling. God's dwelling is described as a naveh of beauty and holiness. The sheep of His pasture dwell in a naveh of safety. This word enriches the Shepherd-Psalm imagery (Psalm 23) — God leads His sheep to green pastures (naveh) of rest. Ultimately, God's people long for an eternal naveh — a permanent, peaceful dwelling with their Shepherd-King.