Necodan
LocationsGeographical Setting
Nekoda is an ancient settlement in the territory of the tribe of Benjamin, identified with the modern site of el-Quds or similar ruins in the Judean hills.
What is the meaning of Necodan in the Bible?
Nekoda is a town listed in the Book of Nehemiah as part of the settlements repopulated by Jewish returnees from Babylonian exile in the region of Benjamin.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Nekoda helps readers visualize the specific geographic distribution of the returning exiles and understand the administrative organization of the restored community in post-exilic Judah.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Necodan 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 Necodan in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Necodan 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
"Necodan." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/necodan/