Alammelech
LocationsGeographical Setting
An ancient urban center in the Shephelah region of Judah, identified with the archaeological site of Tell el-Milh.
What is the meaning of Alammelech in the Bible?
Alammlech is a city listed in Joshua 19:26 as part of the territorial inheritance assigned to the tribe of Judah, located in the lowland region between the coastal plain and the Judean hills.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Alammlech helps readers visualize the specific geographic boundaries and settlement patterns of the tribe of Judah as described in the biblical narrative.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Alammelech (located near modern Tell el-Milh) 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 Alammelech in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Alammelech clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Joshua 19:26
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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
"Alammelech." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/alammelech/