Shochoh
LocationsGeographical Setting
Shohoch is a place name mentioned in 1 Samuel 17:1 as part of the encampment of the Philistines in the Valley of Elah.
What is the meaning of Shochoh in the Bible?
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Shohoch as a variant of Socoh clarifies the geographical setting of the David and Goliath narrative, helping readers visualize the specific terrain where the conflict occurred.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Shochoh 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 Shochoh in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Shochoh 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
"Shochoh." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/shochoh/