Gibea גִּבְעָא
With Machbenah, daughters or towns of Sheva.
Biography
Gibea is mentioned briefly in 1Ch.2.49 as daughters or towns founded by Sheva of the tribe of Judah. The genealogy in 1 Chronicles 2 traces the descendants of Judah, with a focus on the line of Hezron, which includes Caleb. Gibea's mention in this genealogy highlights the significance of family lineage and the role of women in establishing settlements and communities in ancient Israel. However, no further details are provided about Gibea's life or the specific location of the cities founded by her son, Sheva.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 2:49
"She bore also Shaaph the father of Madmannah, Sheva the father of Machbena, and the father of Gibea; and the daughter of Caleb was Achsah."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | גִּבְעָא | H1388 |
Encyclopedia Article
ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)