Mearah
LocationsGeographical Setting
An ancient settlement in northern Canaan identified with the territory of the Sidonians in biblical texts.
What is the meaning of Mearah in the Bible?
A locality referenced in Joshua 13:4 as part of the land held by the Sidonians, potentially corresponding to the modern site of Mogheiriyeh.
SIGNIFICANCE
This reference clarifies the northern boundary of the Israelite inheritance and delineates the extent of Sidonian territorial control during the period of the conquest.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Mearah (located near modern Likely Mogheiriyeh, Lebanon) 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 Mearah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Mearah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Joshua 13:4
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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
"Mearah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/mearah/