Gederah
LocationsGeographical Setting
Gederah was an ancient fortified settlement situated in the Shephelah region of ancient Judah.
What is the meaning of Gederah in the Bible?
Gederah was a fortified town located in the Shephelah, the lowlands between the coastal plain and the Judean mountains. It served as a strategic border settlement within the tribal territory of Judah.
SIGNIFICANCE
Its mention in the Book of Joshua highlights the administrative organization of tribal land allotments and the importance of fortified sites for regional defense.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Gederah (located near modern Tell Jemmeh) 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 Gederah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Gederah 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
"Gederah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/gederah/