Gibeah of Benjamin
Overview
- Type: City
- Testament: Old
- Modern Location: Benjaminite territory north of Jerusalem
Biblical Significance
Gibeah is the site of the atrocity that leads to civil war against Benjamin.
Key Events
- The Levite and His Concubine — Atrocity occurs in Gibeah
- War Against Benjamin — City becomes the focus of judgment
Key People Associated
- Benjamin — Tribe responsible for defending the city
Important Verses
“They have committed lewdness and folly in Israel.” — Judges 20:6
Cross-References
Notes
Gibeah later becomes associated with Saul, creating a dark backdrop for Israel’s first king.