Baal-Shalisha
LocationsGeographical Setting
Baal-shalisha was an ancient settlement in the territory of the tribe of Benjamin, identified in biblical narratives as the hometown of the prophet Elisha.
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Baal-shalisha was an ancient settlement located in the region of Samaria. It is mentioned as the origin of a man who provided food for the prophet Elisha.
What is the meaning of Baal-Shalisha in the Bible?
Baal-shalisha was an ancient settlement located in the region of Samaria. It is mentioned as the origin of a man who provided food for the prophet Elisha.
SIGNIFICANCE
The site serves as a geographical marker for the movements of Elisha and helps historians map the rural landscape of the divided monarchy period.
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Source Attribution & Provenance
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