Tel-Melah
LocationsGeographical Setting
An unidentified settlement in the Babylonian exile community, referenced in the lists of returning exiles.
What is the meaning of Tel-Melah in the Bible?
A Babylonian town mentioned in Ezra 2:59 and Nehemiah 7:61, possibly lying on a low salt tract near the Persian Gulf.
SIGNIFICANCE
The mention of Tel-Melah provides evidence for the historical accuracy of the biblical accounts of the post-exilic period.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Tel-Melah 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 Tel-Melah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Tel-Melah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:59Nehemiah 7:61
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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
"Tel-Melah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/telmelah/