Cabbon
LocationsGeographical Setting
Cabbon was a settlement in the Shephelah region of Judah, identified in the biblical narrative as a site captured during the military campaigns of Joshua.
What is the meaning of Cabbon in the Bible?
An unidentified place in the Shephelah of Judah near Eglon, possibly the same as Machbena.
SIGNIFICANCE
Its mention provides specific geographical context for the territorial divisions and military actions described in the Book of Joshua.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Cabbon 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 Cabbon in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Cabbon 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
"Cabbon." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/cabbon/