Almon
LocationsGeographical Setting
Almon was a Levitical city assigned to the Kohathite clan within the tribal territory of Benjamin.
What is the meaning of Almon in the Bible?
A Levitical city in the tribe of Benjamin, mentioned in Jos 21:18 and 1Ch 6:60.
SIGNIFICANCE
Its identification helps clarify the territorial distribution of priestly settlements and the administrative geography of ancient Israel.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Almon 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 Almon in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Almon clarify?
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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
"Almon." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/almon/