Geba
LocationsGeographical Setting
Geba was an ancient Levitical city situated on the northern frontier of the Kingdom of Judah, serving as a key defensive outpost against the northern Kingdom of Israel.
What is the meaning of Geba in the Bible?
Geba was a Levitical town located on the northeastern boundary of the tribal territory of Benjamin, which subsequently became part of the northern frontier of the Kingdom of Judah. It functioned as a fortified settlement during the Israelite monarchy period.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding Geba's strategic position helps readers visualize the geopolitical tension and military fortifications that defined the border between the northern and southern kingdoms in the biblical narrative.
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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.