Gederoth
גְּדֵרוֹת/geh-DEE-roth/
“Sheepfolds or fortresses”
Summary
A town in the lowland region of Judah that was captured by the Philistines during the reign of King Ahaz.
☩Location
Gederoth was situated in the Shephelah, the lowland region of Judah between the hill country and the coastal plain. It was distinct from Gederah and Gederothaim, which lay in different groups of cities. The site has been tentatively identified with Katrah, southeast of Yebnah.
Key verses:Joshua 15:41
☩Historical Reference
Gederoth is mentioned among the cities captured by the Philistines during the unfaithful reign of King Ahaz, along with Beth-shemesh and Aijalon. This Philistine incursion into Judean territory came as divine judgment when Ahaz promoted idolatry and failed to trust in the LORD.
Key verses:2 Chronicles 28:18
References
- 1.James Orr (ed.), "Gederoth," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. II (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).
- 2.John McClintock and James Strong, "Gederoth," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. III (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).
- 3.George Morrish, "Gederoth," in Morrish's Concise Bible Dictionary (George Morrish, 1898).