Hagaba
LocationsGeographical Setting
Hagaba is a place name mentioned in the Book of Nehemiah, identified as a settlement inhabited by descendants of the servants of Solomon.
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Hagaba is a location listed in Nehemiah 7:48 among the towns where the descendants of the servants of Solomon resided after the Babylonian exile.
What is the meaning of Hagaba in the Bible?
Hagaba is a location listed in Nehemiah 7:48 among the towns where the descendants of the servants of Solomon resided after the Babylonian exile.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Hagaba helps readers understand the specific social structure and residential distribution of post-exilic Judah, particularly the role of the Solomon's servants in the restored community.
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