Chun
LocationsGeographical Setting
Chun is a biblical toponym identified with Cun, located in the territory of the tribe of Benjamin.
What is the meaning of Chun in the Bible?
Chun is a place name found in the Book of Nehemiah (11:31), listed among the settlements of the tribe of Benjamin, and is generally considered identical to the location known as Cun.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Chun helps clarify the specific territorial boundaries and settlement patterns of the tribe of Benjamin during the post-exilic period.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Chun 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 Chun in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Chun 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
"Chun." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/chun/