Sheba

Definition

In ancient times, Sheba was an ancient civilization or region of land that was located somewhere in southern Arabia.

• The region or country of Sheba was probably located near what are now the present-day countries of Yemen and Ethiopia.
• Its inhabitants were probably descendants of Ham.
• The Queen of Sheba came to visit King Solomon when she heard the fame of his riches and wisdom.
• There were also several men named “Sheba” listed in genealogies in the Old Testament. It is possible that the name of the region of Sheba came from one of these men.
• The city of Beersheba was shortened to Sheba one time in the Old Testament.

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(See also: Arabia, Beersheba, Ethiopia, Solomon)

Bible References

• 1 Chronicles 1:8-10
• 1 Kings 10:1-2
• Isaiah 60:6-7
• Psalms 72:10

Word Data

• Strong’s: H5434, H7614