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Gibeah (/ ˈ ɡ ɪ b i ə /; Hebrew: גִּבְעָה Gīḇəʿā; Hebrew: גִּבְעַת Gīḇəʿaṯ) is the name of three places mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, in the tribes of Benjamin, Judah, and Ephraim respectively. [1] Gibeah of Benjamin, also Gibeah of Saul, is the most commonly mentioned of the places
Aug 15, 2022 · Several places in the Bible are named Gibeah, which simply means “a hill.” The most prominent Gibeah was a central city in the territory assigned to the tribe of Benjamin (Joshua 18:28) located about five miles north of Jerusalem.
Gibeah was the home of Saul, the first king of Israel, and thither he returned after his election at Mizpah (1 Samuel 10:26). From Gibeah he summoned Israel to assemble for the relief of Jabesh-gilead, which was threatened by Nahash the Ammonite (1 Samuel 11:4).
Gibeah means "hill" in Hebrew, and there are three locations by that name mentioned in the Bible. Two of those towns are less prominent than the other. One Gibeah is a town in Judah listed as part of that tribe's inherited land in Joshua 15:57.
Apr 13, 2024 · The story of Gibeah serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of righteousness, justice, and adherence to God’s commands. It stands as an enduring testament to the consequences of unchecked sin and serves as a call to repentance, redemption, and attaining a higher standard of morality.
Gibeah (Bible Hub) A complete list of biblical references to Gibeah, along with entries from several dictionaries about the location. Gibeah (Exploring Bible Lands) Includes a short introduction to the site; but especially notable for a close photo of the unfinished palace of King Hussein.
Gibeah, ancient town of the Israelite tribe of Benjamin, located just north of Jerusalem. The site, severely denuded by wind and rain, was partly excavated by William F. Albright in 1922 and 1933.
Gibeah of Benjamin first appears in the tragical story of the Levite and his concubine. (Judges 19:20) It was then a "city," with the usual open street or square, (Judges 19:15,17,20) and containing 700 "chosen men," ch. (Judges 20:15) probably the same whose skill as slingers is preserved in the next verse.
The first king of Israel, Saul, came from Gibeah (1 Sam 10:10, 26). As Saul’s capital the city was important in the conflicts with the Philistines (1 Sam 13:2; 14:2, 16). The prophets of the 8th cent. saw Gibeah as a significant symbol (Isa 10:29; Hos 9:9; 10:9). Albright’s excavation at Tell el-Fûl three m.
GIBEAH, GEBA (Heb. גֶּבַע ,גִּבְעָה; "hill"), a central city in the territory of Benjamin and the royal capital at the time of Saul. It was situated on the main road from Judah to Mount Ephraim (Judg. 19:11–13), near the Jerusalem–Shechem road.
