Nekeb
LocationsGeographical Setting
Nekeb is an ancient settlement in Galilee identified with the modern village of Seiyadeh.
What is the meaning of Nekeb in the Bible?
The name Nekeb appears exclusively in the phrase 'Nekeb Adami' and likely denotes a town in Galilee, corresponding to the modern site of Seiyadeh.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Nekeb with Seiyadeh clarifies the geographical context of the tribe of Zebulun's territorial boundaries in the biblical narrative.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Nekeb (located near modern Seiyadeh) 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 Nekeb in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Nekeb clarify?
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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
"Nekeb." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/nekeb/