Shibah
LocationsGeographical Setting
An ancient site in the Negev region identified with the biblical well named by Isaac.
What is the meaning of Shibah in the Bible?
The name of the well dug by Isaac at Be'er Sheba, as recorded in Genesis 26:33.
SIGNIFICANCE
It provides geographical context for the patriarchal narratives, illustrating the settlement patterns and resource management of the Israelite ancestors in the southern Levant.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Shibah (located near modern Tel esh-Sharia, near Be'er Sheva, 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 Shibah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Shibah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Genesis 26:33
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
"Shibah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/shibah/