Magbish
LocationsGeographical Setting
Magbish was a settlement inhabited by a group of Jewish exiles who returned to Jerusalem under the leadership of Zerubbabel.
What is the meaning of Magbish in the Bible?
An unidentified town associated with the return of 156 inhabitants led by Zerubbabel, as recorded in Ezra 2:25, though it does not appear in the parallel list in Nehemiah 7:29.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Magbish helps readers trace the specific family and geographic origins of the post-exilic community, illustrating the organized resettlement efforts described in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Magbish 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 Magbish in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Magbish clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:25Nehemiah 7:29
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
"Magbish." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/magbish/