Balah
LocationsGeographical Setting
Balah was an ancient settlement located within the tribal territory of Simeon in the southern Levant.
What is the meaning of Balah in the Bible?
Balah is an unidentified site in the territory of Simeon mentioned in Joshua 19:3, also referred to as Bilhah in 1 Chronicles 4:29, and potentially identical with Baalah in Judah (Joshua 15:29).
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Balah helps clarify the precise boundaries and territorial divisions between the tribes of Simeon and Judah as recorded in the biblical land allotments.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Balah 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 Balah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Balah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Joshua 19:31 Chronicles 4:29Joshua 15:29
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
"Balah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/balah/