Lebaoth
LocationsGeographical Setting
Lebaoth is an ancient settlement in the southern region of Judah, identified in biblical texts as part of the tribal allotments.
What is the meaning of Lebaoth in the Bible?
An unidentified city in the South of the territory of Judah, mentioned in Jos 15:32 and Jos 19:6.
SIGNIFICANCE
Its inclusion in the biblical account of Joshua's conquests helps readers understand the specific territorial boundaries and settlement patterns attributed to the tribes of Judah and Simeon.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Lebaoth 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 Lebaoth in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Lebaoth 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
"Lebaoth." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/lebaoth/