Zabulon
LocationsGeographical Setting
Zabulon is the Greek transliteration of Zebulun, referring to the ancient territory of the Tribe of Zebulun in Galilee.
What is the meaning of Zabulon in the Bible?
The Greek form of Zebulun, mentioned in Matthew 4:13 and 16, as well as Revelation 7:8 according to the King James Version.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Zabulon as a specific geographic region in Galilee clarifies the historical setting of Jesus' ministry and the territorial boundaries of the tribes mentioned in biblical genealogies.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Zabulon (located near modern Northern 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 Zabulon in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Zabulon clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Matthew 4:13Revelation 7:8
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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
"Zabulon." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/zabulon/