Chellus
LocationsGeographical Setting
Chellus is a toponym mentioned in the deuterocanonical Book of Judith as a location west of the Jordan River.
What is the meaning of Chellus in the Bible?
A place named among those west of the Jordan to which Nebuchadnezzar sent his summons, possibly lying southwest of Jerusalem.
SIGNIFICANCE
The mention of Chellus in Judith 1:9 provides important historical context for understanding the geographical extent of Nebuchadnezzar's empire.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Chellus 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 Chellus in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Chellus clarify?
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
"Chellus." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/chellus/