Zebudah
LocationsGeographical Setting
Zebudah is a biblical toponym identified as a variant spelling of Zebidah, located in the territory of Judah.
What is the meaning of Zebudah in the Bible?
Zebudah is a textual variant of Zebidah, a city fortified by King Jehoshaphat as recorded in 1 Kings 22:48.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this spelling variation aids in accurately tracing the military fortifications and administrative geography of the southern kingdom of Judah during the reign of Jehoshaphat.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Zebudah 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 Zebudah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Zebudah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Kings 22:48
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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
"Zebudah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/zebudah/