Bible Dictionary
Shebah
Shebah was the well associated with Beersheba, whose name recalls an oath or the number seven. It is mentioned in the account of Isaac’s dealings concerning the well.
Definition
Shebah was the famous well associated with Beersheba. Its name means “an oath.”
Biblical Usage
Shebah is mentioned in the account of Isaac’s dealings concerning the well and gave its name to Beersheba.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(an oath), the famous well which gave its name to the city of Beersheba. (Genesis 26:53) [Beersheba, Or Beersheba]
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>she'-ba.</p><p>See SHIBAH.</p>