Abez
LocationsGeographical Setting
Ebenez was a town in the territory of Benjamin, identified with the modern village of Abu Ghosh near Jerusalem.
What is the meaning of Abez in the Bible?
The term 'a'-bez in the King James Version corresponds to Ebenez, a town in the territory of Benjamin.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing the variant spelling 'a'-bez as Ebenez allows readers to locate the site of the stone of help mentioned in 1 Samuel 7:12.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Abez held strategic importance. Understanding its position and trade routes explains why key biblical events unfolded here.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Abez in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Abez clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Samuel 7:12
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Abez." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/abez/