Hagaba
LocationsGeographical Setting
Hagaba is a place name mentioned in the Book of Nehemiah, identified as a settlement inhabited by descendants of the servants of Solomon.
What is the meaning of Hagaba in the Bible?
Hagaba is a location listed in Nehemiah 7:48 among the towns where the descendants of the servants of Solomon resided after the Babylonian exile.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Hagaba helps readers understand the specific social structure and residential distribution of post-exilic Judah, particularly the role of the Solomon's servants in the restored community.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Hagaba 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 Hagaba in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Hagaba clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Nehemiah 7:48
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
"Hagaba." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/hagaba/