Koa
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Koa in the Bible?
The Koah, listed alongside Pekod and Shoa in Ezekiel 23:23, were likely a tribal confederation situated in the region northeast of Babylonia, serving as military allies of the Babylonian empire against Judah.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying the Koah helps clarify the geopolitical landscape of the late 6th century BCE, illustrating the specific coalition of eastern tribes that supported Babylonian military campaigns against Jerusalem.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Koa reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Koa in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Koa clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezekiel 23:23
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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
"Koa." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/koa/