Gebim
LocationsGeographical Setting
Gebim is a toponym mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in Isaiah 10:31, situated in the region of ancient Judah.
What is the meaning of Gebim in the Bible?
A place named only in Isaiah 10:31, possibly located south of Anathoth and northeast of Jerusalem.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Gebim helps clarify the geographical context of the Assyrian campaign described in Isaiah 10, illustrating the specific route of military movement through the Judean highlands.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Gebim 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 Gebim in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Gebim clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Isaiah 10:31
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
"Gebim." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/gebim/