Eltolad
LocationsGeographical Setting
An ancient settlement in the southern Negev region associated with the tribe of Judah.
What is the meaning of Eltolad in the Bible?
A city of Judah in the Negeb near Edom, possibly the same as Tolad. Site unknown.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Eltolad helps clarify the territorial boundaries of the tribe of Judah and the administrative structure of the southern kingdom.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Eltolad 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 Eltolad in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Eltolad 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
"Eltolad." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/eltolad/