Biblical Reference:
Lasha is mentioned in the Bible in the context of the Table of Nations, specifically in Genesis 10:19. The verse states: "And the territory of the Canaanites extended from Sidon toward Gerar as far as Gaza, and then toward Sodom, Gomorrah, Admah, and Zeboiim, as far as Lasha." (Berean Standard Bible)

Geographical Context:
Lasha is identified as a boundary marker for the land of the Canaanites. Its precise location is not definitively known today, but it is traditionally associated with the region near the southeastern part of the Dead Sea. Some scholars have speculated that Lasha might be linked to the hot springs of Callirrhoe, known in modern times as the area around the Wadi Zarqa Ma'in in Jordan. This association is based on historical and geographical analyses, although definitive archaeological evidence is lacking.

Historical and Cultural Significance:
In the biblical narrative, Lasha serves as a geographical point that helps define the extent of Canaanite territory. The mention of Lasha alongside cities like Sodom and Gomorrah, which are infamous for their destruction due to wickedness, places it within a context of significant biblical events. The cities listed in Genesis 10:19 are part of the narrative of the early post-Flood world, illustrating the spread of nations and peoples as they established themselves in various regions.

Theological Implications:
The inclusion of Lasha in the Table of Nations underscores the comprehensive nature of God's creation and the subsequent division of lands among the descendants of Noah. It reflects the biblical theme of God's sovereignty over the nations and the unfolding of His divine plan through history. The delineation of territories, including Lasha, serves as a reminder of the ordered structure of the world as ordained by God.

Related Biblical Themes:
Lasha's mention in the context of Canaanite boundaries ties into broader biblical themes of land, inheritance, and divine judgment. The Canaanites, as descendants of Ham, are often depicted in the Bible as occupying lands that would later be promised to the descendants of Abraham. This sets the stage for the unfolding narrative of the Israelites' journey to the Promised Land and the eventual conquest of Canaan under Joshua.

Modern Relevance:
While Lasha itself is not a focal point of modern biblical studies, its mention contributes to the understanding of ancient Near Eastern geography and the historical context of the biblical narrative. For believers, it serves as a reminder of the historical reliability of Scripture and the intricate details that support the overarching account of God's interaction with humanity.Lasha

(fissure), a place noticed in (Genesis 10:19) as marking the limit of the country of the Canaanites. It lay somewhere in the southeast of Palestine. Jerome and other writers identify it with Callirrhoe, a spot famous for hot springs, near the eastern shore of the Dead Sea.

Fissure, a place apparently east of the Dead Sea (Genesis 10:19). It was afterwards known as Callirhoe, a place famous for its hot springs. LASHA

la'-sha (lasha`): A place named on the southern boundary of the Canaanites along with Gomorrah, Adnah and Zeboiim (Genesis 10:19). Eusebius, Onomasticon identifies it with the hot springs at Callirrhoe in Wady Zerqa Ma`in, on the East of the Dead Sea; in this agreeing with Targum Jerusalem. This position, however, seems too far to the North, and possibly the site should be sought on the West of the Arabah. The absence of the article (compare Joshua 15:2) prevents identification with the promontory el-Lisan, which runs into the sea from the eastern shore. Wellhausen (Comp. des Hexateuch., 15) thinks we should read lesham, since the Hebrew letters, "m" (mem) and " ` " (`ayin), are like each other in their Palmyrene form. We should then have indicated the boundary from Gaza to the Dead Sea, and then from the Dead Sea to Leshem, i.e. Dan. This is very precarious. No identification is possible.

W. Ewing

3962. Lesha -- a place on the boundary of Canaan
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Lesha Phonetic Spelling: (leh'-shah) Short Definition: Lasha. ... Lasha. ...
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... The Tyrseni may be distinguished by their feathered head-dress, but the Shaga-lasha
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Lasha (1 Occurrence)
...LASHA. la'-sha (lasha`): A place named on the southern boundary of the Canaanites
along with Gomorrah, Adnah and Zeboiim (Genesis 10:19). ...Lasha (1 Occurrence). ...
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Lash (2 Occurrences)

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Zidon (25 Occurrences)
... And the border of the Canaanite was from Sidon, as thou goest toward Gerar, unto
Gaza; as thou goest toward Sodom and Gomorrah and Admah and Zeboiim, unto Lasha...
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Zeboim (7 Occurrences)
... the border of the Canaanites was from Sidon, as thou comest to Gerar, unto Gaza;
as thou goest, unto Sodom, and Gomorrah, and Admah, and Zeboim, even unto Lasha...
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Zeboiim (7 Occurrences)
... Genesis 10:19 The border of the Canaanites was from Sidon, as you go toward Gerar,
to Gaza; as you go toward Sodom, Gomorrah, Admah, and Zeboiim, to Lasha. ...
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Zeboi'im (4 Occurrences)
... And the border of the Canaanite was from Zidon, as thou goest toward Gerar, unto
Gaza; as thou goest toward Sodom and Gomorrah and Admah and Zeboiim, unto Lasha...
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Lashah (1 Occurrence)

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Gomorrah (25 Occurrences)
... Genesis 10:19 The border of the Canaanites was from Sidon, as you go toward Gerar,
to Gaza; as you go toward Sodom, Gomorrah, Admah, and Zeboiim, to Lasha. ...
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Gomor'rah (23 Occurrences)
... And the border of the Canaanite was from Zidon, as thou goest toward Gerar, unto
Gaza; as thou goest toward Sodom and Gomorrah and Admah and Zeboiim, unto Lasha...
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Goest (79 Occurrences)
... the border of the Canaanites was from Sidon, as thou comest to Gerar, unto Gaza;
as thou goest, unto Sodom, and Gomorrah, and Admah, and Zeboim, even unto Lasha...
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