Nibshan
LocationsGeographical Setting
An ancient settlement in the Judean lowlands listed among the cities of the tribe of Judah.
What is the meaning of Nibshan in the Bible?
A city in the Judean wilderness named between Secacah and the City of Salt, mentioned in Jos 15:62. The site has not been recovered.
SIGNIFICANCE
The mention of Nibshan in the biblical account of Joshua's conquests provides specific geographical context for the territorial allotments of ancient Judea.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Nibshan 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 Nibshan in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Nibshan 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
"Nibshan." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/nibshan/