Eben-Bohan
LocationsGeographical Setting
Eben-bohan is a toponym listed in the tribal allotment of Judah within the Book of Joshua.
What is the meaning of Eben-Bohan in the Bible?
Eben-bohan is a location mentioned in Joshua 15:6 and 18:17, identified as part of the inheritance assigned to the tribe of Judah and later associated with the territory of Benjamin.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Eben-bohan helps clarify the precise boundaries and territorial distribution between the tribes of Judah and Benjamin during the settlement period.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Eben-Bohan 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 Eben-Bohan in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Eben-Bohan clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Joshua 15:6
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
"Eben-Bohan." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/ebenbohan/