Netophas
LocationsGeographical Setting
Netophas is an ancient settlement in Judea, identified with the biblical town of Netophah.
What is the meaning of Netophas in the Bible?
A town named in 1 Esdras 5:18, identical with Netophah of Ezra 2:22 and Nehemiah 7:26.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Netophas with Netophah clarifies the geographic origins of the returning exiles listed in the census records.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Netophas 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 Netophas in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Netophas clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:22Nehemiah 7:26
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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
"Netophas." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/netophas/