Meholah

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(dance) (1 Sam 18:19; 2 Sam 21:8) — the birthplace of the prophet Elisha (1 Kings 19:16) and of Adriel, son of Barzillai, to whom Saul gave his daughter Merab in marriage (2 Sam 21:8). It is thought to be the same place as Abel-meholah, and to have lain in the tribe of Issachar, an hour’s journey from the Jordan, near Tabbath (Judg 7:22).

Scripture cited

1 Kingdoms 18:19 2 Kingdoms 21:8 3 Kingdoms 19:16 Judges 7:22

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