Netaim
LocationsGeographical Setting
Netaim is an ancient settlement listed in the tribal inheritance records of Judah, situated in the Shephelah region near Gederah.
What is the meaning of Netaim in the Bible?
Netaim is a place mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:23, where it is associated with Gederah. The exact location of Netaim has not been identified.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Netaim helps clarify the territorial boundaries of the tribe of Judah and provides context for the administrative organization of the Judean lowlands during the biblical period.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Netaim 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 Netaim in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Netaim clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 4:23
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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
"Netaim." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/netaim/