Pileha
LocationsGeographical Setting
Pileha is a biblical location identified with the ancient city of Pella, situated on the eastern or northern shore of the Sea of Galilee.
What is the meaning of Pileha in the Bible?
Pileha is a variant spelling of Pella, a city in the Decapolis region mentioned in the New Testament.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Pileha as Pella aids in understanding the geographical context of Jesus' ministry and the early Christian community's movement during the Jewish-Roman war.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Pileha (located near modern Near the Sea of Galilee, Israel) 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 Pileha in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Pileha 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
"Pileha." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/pileha/