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Aram-zobah

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Aram-zobah was a region probably situated between the Euphrates and the Orontes. It is named in the title of Psalm 60.

Definition

Aram-zobah was a region associated with the Aramean kingdoms, probably situated between the Euphrates and the Orontes.

Biblical Usage

Aram-zobah is mentioned in the title of Psalm 60.

Historical Background

Its precise boundaries are uncertain; the supplied material gives the region between the Euphrates and Orontes as the probable location.

Scripture References

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Easton's Bible Dictionary
(Ps. 60, title), probably the region between the Euphrates and the Orontes.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>a-ram-zo'-ba. See SYRIA.</p>
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