Aphekah
LocationsGeographical Setting
Aphekah was a fortified settlement in the Judean hill country listed among the cities of the tribe of Judah.
What is the meaning of Aphekah in the Bible?
An unidentified city in the hill country of Judah, mentioned in Joshua 15:53.
SIGNIFICANCE
The mention of Aphekah in Joshua 15:53 provides evidence for the geographical extent of the hill country of Judah.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Aphekah 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 Aphekah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Aphekah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Joshua 15:53
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
"Aphekah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/aphekah/