Ziklag

Overview

• Type: Town / military base
• Testament: Old
• Modern Location: Southern Judah / Philistine borderland

Biblical Significance

Ziklag became David’s base while living among the Philistines. It was later raided by Amalekites, prompting David’s recovery campaign.

Key Events

• David’s Flight - David lives there under Philistine shelter

Key People Associated

• David - Uses Ziklag as a base
• Abigail - Part of David’s household during this period

Important Verses

“Then Achish gave him Ziklag that day…” - 1 Samuel 27:6

Cross-References

• 1 Samuel

Notes

Ziklag is a place of tension and testing, where David learns to lead while still outside the throne.