Geshur
LocationsGeographical Setting
An Aramean kingdom situated south of Maacah, forming the western boundary of Bashan.
What is the meaning of Geshur in the Bible?
An Aramean kingdom of no great size that lay probably to the South of Maacah, and formed with it the western boundary of the land of Bashan. The territory of Geshur and Maacah corresponded roughly with modern Jaulan.
SIGNIFICANCE
Geshur is significant as a neighboring kingdom to Israel and its relationship with King David's family
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Geshur (located near modern Jaulan region in the Golan Heights) 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 Geshur in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Geshur clarify?
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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.
How to Cite This Entry
"Geshur." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/geshur/