Bible Dictionary
JUDAH, TERRITORY OF
The territory of Judah included the maritime plain, the Shephelah or lowland, the hill country, and the southern wilderness. Its borders and settlements formed the geographic setting for the tribe and later kingdom of Judah.
Biblical Usage
Judah’s territory is described through its boundaries, settlements, families, and relations with neighboring peoples. Its hill country provided protection, while the Shephelah was a frequent scene of conflict with the Philistines.