Gurbaal Summary
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Gurbaal was a place inhabited by Arabians, against whom Uzziah, king of Judah, waged war and prevailed (2Ch 26:7).
Gurbaal
PlaceA place inhabited by Arabians, attacked by Uzziah's army.
Names
- en Gurbaal
- en Gur Baal · Also called
- en Gur-baal · Also called
- en Gur · Also called
- he גּוּר־בָּ֑֫עַל · H1485
- bg Гур-Ваал
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Gurbaal Article
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Gurbaal is a place mentioned in the context of King Uzziah's military campaigns. During his reign, Uzziah waged war against the Philistines and broke down the walls of several of their cities. He also fought against the Arabians who lived in Gurbaal and against the Meunites (2Ch.26.7). The exact location of Gurbaal is not specified in the Bible, but it is described as a place inhabited by Arabians, suggesting that it was likely located in the region southeast of Judah, possibly in the Negev or the Sinai Peninsula. Uzziah's success against the Arabians in Gurbaal demonstrates his military prowess and the extent of his kingdom's influence during his reign. Apart from this brief mention in the account of Uzziah's military exploits, no further details about Gurbaal are provided in the Bible.
Gur-baal Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
Sojourn of Baal, a place in Arabia (2 Chr. 26:7) where there was probably a temple of Baal.
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