Lebaoth is a location mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the context of the tribal allotments in the Book of Joshua. It is identified as one of the towns in the southern part of the territory allocated to the tribe of Judah. The name "Lebaoth" is thought to mean "lionesses," which may reflect some characteristic of the area or its inhabitants.

Biblical References:

· Joshua 15:32 : "Lebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon—twenty-nine cities in all, along with their villages." This verse lists Lebaoth among the towns in the Negev region, which was part of the inheritance given to the tribe of Judah. The Negev is a desert region in the southern part of ancient Israel, known for its arid climate and rugged terrain.

Historical and Geographical Context:

Lebaoth is situated in the Negev, a significant area in biblical history due to its strategic location and its role as a frontier region. The Negev served as a buffer zone between the settled areas of Judah and the wilderness to the south. The towns in this region, including Lebaoth, were important for maintaining control over the southern borders of the Israelite territories.

The exact location of Lebaoth is not definitively known today, and it is not prominently featured in other biblical narratives or historical records. However, its inclusion in the list of towns in Joshua 15 highlights its role in the settlement patterns of the tribe of Judah.

Cultural and Theological Significance:

From a theological perspective, the mention of Lebaoth in the allotment of land to Judah underscores the fulfillment of God's promises to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The division of the land among the tribes of Israel is a central theme in the Book of Joshua, symbolizing the realization of the covenantal promises made to the patriarchs.

The allocation of towns like Lebaoth also reflects the organizational structure of ancient Israelite society, where each tribe was responsible for its own territory, contributing to the overall unity and identity of the nation. The distribution of land was not only a practical matter but also a spiritual one, as it represented the tangible blessings and responsibilities bestowed upon the people by God.

Archaeological Insights:

While specific archaeological evidence for Lebaoth is limited, the broader region of the Negev has been the subject of extensive archaeological study. Findings in the area have provided insights into the lifestyle, economy, and defense mechanisms of the ancient inhabitants. The presence of fortifications, agricultural installations, and water management systems in the Negev illustrates the adaptability and resilience of the people living in this challenging environment.

In summary, Lebaoth is a testament to the historical and spiritual heritage of the tribe of Judah, reflecting the broader narrative of God's faithfulness to His people as they settled in the Promised Land.Lebaoth

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(lionesses), a town which forms one of the last group of the cities of "the south" in the enumeration of the possessions of Judah, (Joshua 15:32) probably identical with Beth-lebaoth.

LEBAOTH

le-ba'-oth, -oth (lebha'oth): A city in the South of the territory of Judah (Joshua 15:32). It is the same as Bethlebaoth of Joshua 19:6, which, by a clerical error appears in 1 Chronicles 4:31 as "Beth-biri."

1034. Beth Lebaoth -- perhaps "place of lionesses," a place in ...
Beth Lebaoth. 1033, 1034. Beth Lebaoth. 1035 . perhaps "place of
lionesses," a place in Simeon. Transliteration: Beth Lebaoth ...
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3822. Lebaoth -- a city in S. Judah
... 3821, 3822. Lebaoth. 3823 . a city in S. Judah. Transliteration: Lebaoth
Phonetic Spelling: (leb-aw-oth') Short Definition: Lebaoth. ...
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3833b. labi -- a lion, lioness
labi or lebiyya or lebaim or lebaoth. 3833a, 3833b. labi or lebiyya or
lebaim or lebaoth. 3834 . a lion, lioness. Transliteration ...
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Lebaoth (2 Occurrences)
...LEBAOTH. le-ba'-oth, -oth (lebha'oth): A city in the South of the territory of Judah
(Joshua 15:32). ... Multi-Version Concordance Lebaoth (2 Occurrences). ...
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Beth-lebaoth (1 Occurrence)
Beth-lebaoth. Bethlebaoth, Beth-lebaoth. Beth-leba'oth . Int. Standard
Bible Encyclopedia BETH-LEBAOTH. beth-le-ba'-oth ...
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Unwalled (39 Occurrences)
... BBE). Joshua 15:32 And Lebaoth, and Shilhim, and Ain, and Rimmon; all the
towns are twenty-nine, with their unwalled places. (BBE). ...
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Leba'oth (1 Occurrence)
Leba'oth. Lebaoth, Leba'oth. Lebbaeus . ... Joshua 15:32 and Lebaoth, and Shilhim,
and Ain, and Rimmon; all the cities are twenty and nine, with their villages. ...
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Lion (92 Occurrences)
... (5) lebhi, plural lebha'im, "lioness", also labhi', and 'lebhiya' (Genesis 49:9
Numbers 23:24; Numbers 24:9); compare town in South of Judah, Lebaoth (Joshua 15 ...
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Beth-leba'oth (1 Occurrence)
Beth-leba'oth. Beth-lebaoth, Beth-leba'oth. Bethlehem . ... Joshua 19:6 and
Beth-lebaoth, and Sharuhen; thirteen cities with their villages: (See RSV). ...
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Bethlebaoth (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia BETH-LEBAOTH. beth-le-ba'-oth, beth-leb'-
aoth (beth lebha'oth; Baithalbath, "house of lionesses"): A ...
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Villages (106 Occurrences)
... Joshua 15:32 Lebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon. All the cities are twenty-nine,
with their villages. (WEB KJV JPS ASV WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Proper (62 Occurrences)
... Joshua 15:60), to Baal or Baalah (Joshua 15:9, 10; compare 2 Samuel 6:2); Beeshterah,
"house or temple of Astarte," to Ashtaroth; Beth-lebaoth, "house of ...
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Hamlets (38 Occurrences)
... hamlets. (DBY). Joshua 15:32 and Lebaoth, and Shilhim, and Ain, and Rimmon:
all the cities twenty-nine, and their hamlets. (DBY). ...
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