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Gibeah (/ ˈ ɡ ɪ b i ə /; Hebrew: גִּבְעָה Gīḇəʿā; Hebrew: גִּבְעַת Gīḇəʿaṯ) is the name of three places mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, in the tribes of Benjamin, Judah, and Ephraim respectively. [1] Gibeah of Benjamin, also Gibeah of Saul, is the most commonly mentioned of the places
Aug 15, 2022 · Several places in the Bible are named Gibeah, which simply means “a hill.” The most prominent Gibeah was a central city in the territory assigned to the tribe of Benjamin (Joshua 18:28) located about five miles north of Jerusalem.
Gibeah means "hill" in Hebrew, and there are three locations by that name mentioned in the Bible. Two of those towns are less prominent than the other. One Gibeah is a town in Judah listed as part of that tribe's inherited land in Joshua 15:57.
Apr 13, 2024 · The story of Gibeah serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of righteousness, justice, and adherence to God’s commands. It stands as an enduring testament to the consequences of unchecked sin and serves as a call to repentance, redemption, and attaining a higher standard of morality.
Gibeah, ancient town of the Israelite tribe of Benjamin, located just north of Jerusalem. The site, severely denuded by wind and rain, was partly excavated by William F. Albright in 1922 and 1933.
Gibeah was the home of Saul, the first king of Israel, and thither he returned after his election at Mizpah (1 Samuel 10:26). From Gibeah he summoned Israel to assemble for the relief of Jabesh-gilead, which was threatened by Nahash the Ammonite (1 Samuel 11:4).
GIBEAH, GEBA (Heb. גֶּבַע ,גִּבְעָה; "hill"), a central city in the territory of Benjamin and the royal capital at the time of Saul. It was situated on the main road from Judah to Mount Ephraim (Judg. 19:11–13), near the Jerusalem–Shechem road.
Jul 2, 2024 · Known primarily as the home of King Saul, Gibeah’s story offers valuable insights into ancient Israelite society, politics, and religion. Understanding Gibeah’s role and influence requires delving into its historical context, geographical setting, and archaeological findings. Location and Geography.
Gibeah. a word employed in the Bible to denote a hill. Like most words of this kind it gave its name to several towns and places in Palestine, which would doubtless be generally on or near a hill. They are -- Gibeah, a city in the mountain district of Judah, named with Maon and the southern Carmel, (Joshua 15:57) and comp. 1Chr 2:49 etc.
Gibeah (Bible Hub) A complete list of biblical references to Gibeah, along with entries from several dictionaries about the location. Gibeah (Exploring Bible Lands) Includes a short introduction to the site; but especially notable for a close photo of the unfinished palace of King Hussein.
