Michmas
LocationsGeographical Setting
An ancient Judean settlement situated approximately 8 kilometers north of Jerusalem, known for its strategic position on the main north-south route through the central hill country.
âš¡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)
The form of the name 'Michmash' found in Ezra 2:27 and Nehemiah 7:31. In 1 Esdras 5:21 it appears as Macalon.
What is the meaning of Michmas in the Bible?
The form of the name 'Michmash' found in Ezra 2:27 and Nehemiah 7:31. In 1 Esdras 5:21 it appears as Macalon.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding the geographical context of Michmash clarifies the logistical details of the return from Babylonian exile and the subsequent rebuilding of Jerusalem's defenses.
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