Migdal-Gad
LocationsGeographical Setting
An ancient settlement in the Shephelah region of Judah, identified with the biblical Migdal-gad.
What is the meaning of Migdal-Gad in the Bible?
One of the sixteen cities of Judah listed in the lowland district (Jos 15:37). The site is generally identified with Tel Migdal Gad, located approximately 2.5 miles northeast of Ashkelon.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying this location helps clarify the territorial boundaries of the tribe of Judah and its proximity to Philistine territories as described in the Book of Joshua.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Migdal-Gad (located near modern Tel Migdal Gad (near modern Mejdel)) 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 Migdal-Gad in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Migdal-Gad 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
"Migdal-Gad." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/migdalgad/