King James Bible Dictionary

A pole (Heb. to'ren) used as a standard or ensign set on the tops of mountains as a call to the people to assemble themselves for some great national purpose (Isaiah 30:17). In Isaiah 33:23 and Ezekiel 27:5, the same word is rendered "mast." (See Banner.)

Isaiah 30:17
Jeremiah 6:1
Ensign; Standard

A signal or conspicuous mark erected on an eminence for direction. (Isaiah 30:17)

BE'ACON, noun beekn.

1. A signal erected on a long pole, upon an eminence, consisting of a pitch barrel, or some combustible matter, to be fired at night, or to cause a smoke by day, to notify the approach of an enemy.

2. A light-house; a house erected on a point on land, or other place on the sea-coast, with lamps which burn at night, to direct navigators, and preserve vessels from running upon rocks, sand banks, or the shore. In general, a beacon may be any light or mark intended for direction and security against danger.

3. Figuratively, that which gives notice of danger.

BE'ACONAGE, noun Money paid for the maintenance of a beacon.