Sela-Hammahlekoth
LocationsGeographical Setting
A rugged terrain feature in the Judean wilderness characterized by steep cliffs and narrow passes.
What is the meaning of Sela-Hammahlekoth in the Bible?
The rock of divisions, a location where Saul pursued David in the wilderness of Maon, with vertical cliffs between Carmel and Maon.
SIGNIFICANCE
This location helps readers understand the geographical challenges David faced and the strategic use of terrain to evade capture by Saul.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Sela-Hammahlekoth (located near modern Judean Wilderness, near Maon and Carmel) 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 Sela-Hammahlekoth in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Sela-Hammahlekoth 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
"Sela-Hammahlekoth." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/selahammahlekoth/