Bible Dictionary
Chezib
Chezib was the town where Judah’s son Shelah was born. It is probably the same place as Achzib.
Definition
Chezib was a town associated with Judah’s family and the birthplace of Shelah, Judah’s son. The name occurs only in the account of Shelah’s birth and is probably another name for Achzib.
Biblical Usage
Chezib is mentioned once, as the place where Judah’s son Shelah was born.
Historical Background
The identification of Chezib with Achzib is probable, though the supplied material gives no further description of the site.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Deceitful, a town where Shelah, the son of Judah, was born (Gen. 38:5). Probably the same as Achzib (q.v.).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(lying), a name which occurs but once, (Genesis 38:5) probably the same as Achzib.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ke'-zib.</p><p>See ACHZIB (1).</p>