Zobebah
LocationsGeographical Setting
Zobebah is identified in 1 Chronicles 4:8 as the mother of Jabez, a figure noted for his prayer for divine expansion.
What is the meaning of Zobebah in the Bible?
Zobebah appears in 1 Chronicles 4:8 as the mother of Jabez, with textual variants in some manuscripts suggesting the name might be a corruption of Jabez himself.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Zobebah clarifies the genealogical context of Jabez, allowing readers to distinguish between the maternal lineage and the individual who received the notable prayer in the biblical narrative.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Zobebah 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 Zobebah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Zobebah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 4:8
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
"Zobebah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/zobebah/