נְבַלָּ֑ט (ne.val.lat)
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Neballat
N:N--LQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N--L
Word Overview
The name Neballat, found in Nehemiah 11:34, identifies a town inhabited by Benjamites who returned from exile. The Hebrew etymology suggests a meaning of "hidden folly," yet the text presents it simply as a place of settlement and restoration.
Its single biblical occurrence highlights the reorganization of Jerusalem’s populace after the captivity. By listing Neballat among the communities, the record emphasizes the physical return and rebuilding efforts of the tribe of Benjamin.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
Nehemiah 11:34 lists Neballat among the towns where Benjamites settled after returning from exile. This single mention highlights how ordinary places became centers of restoration and community rebuilding.
For believers today, this record reminds us that God values faithful presence in everyday locations. Your home, workplace, or neighborhood can be a place where His people gather to support one another and reflect His faithfulness.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Neballat1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- נְבַלָּֽט\׃1×
Key Verses
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Nehemiah 11:34
Hadid, Zeboim, Neballat,
This verse lists Neballat as part of the Benjamite settlements, showing its role in post-exilic community restoration.