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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Mekonah</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/m/mekonah.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/nehemiah/11-28.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/m/mekonah.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Mekonah</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/m/mekkedah.htm" title="Mekkedah">◄</a> Mekonah <a href="/topical/naves/m/mekonah--a_city_in_the_territory_of_the_tribe_of_judah.htm" title="Mekonah: A City in the Territory of the Tribe of Judah">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#hit" title="Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary">Hitchcock's</a> • <a href="#smi" title="Smith's Bible Dictionary">Smith's</a> • <a href="#isb" title="International Standard Bible Encyclopedia">ISBE</a> • <a href="#eas" title="Easton's Bible Dictionary">Easton's</a> • <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#heb" title="Strong's Hebrew Concordance">Hebrew</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>Mekonah is a location mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the book of Nehemiah. It is referenced in the context of the rebuilding efforts led by Nehemiah upon the return of the Jewish exiles from Babylon. The mention of Mekonah is brief, yet it holds significance in understanding the geographical and communal landscape of the post-exilic period.<br><br><b>Biblical Reference:</b><br><br>Mekonah is mentioned in <a href="/nehemiah/11-28.htm">Nehemiah 11:28</a>, which states: "and in Ziklag, in Mekonah and its villages." . This verse is part of a larger passage that lists the settlements where the people of Judah lived after returning from exile. The context of this passage is the repopulation and reorganization of the land of Judah, as Nehemiah and the leaders sought to restore the nation both physically and spiritually.<br><br><b>Historical and Geographical Context:</b><br><br>The exact location of Mekonah is not definitively known today, as it is not one of the more prominent or frequently mentioned sites in biblical records. However, its inclusion in the list of settlements suggests that it was a recognized community during the time of Nehemiah. Mekonah, along with its surrounding villages, was part of the broader effort to reestablish Jewish presence and governance in the land, which had been disrupted by the Babylonian exile.<br><br><b>Theological Significance:</b><br><br>From a theological perspective, the mention of Mekonah, though brief, underscores the theme of restoration and faithfulness. The return to the land and the rebuilding of communities like Mekonah reflect God's covenant promises to His people. The repopulation of these areas symbolizes the renewal of the Jewish community and their commitment to live according to God's laws. It also highlights the importance of every community, no matter how small, in the collective identity and mission of Israel.<br><br><b>Cultural and Social Implications:</b><br><br>The rebuilding of Mekonah and other settlements was not merely a physical task but also a cultural and social endeavor. It involved reestablishing social structures, religious practices, and communal life. The mention of Mekonah in Nehemiah's account serves as a reminder of the collective effort required to restore a nation and the role of each community in contributing to the larger purpose of serving God and maintaining His covenant.<br><br>In summary, while Mekonah is a minor location in the biblical narrative, its mention in Nehemiah highlights the broader themes of restoration, faithfulness, and community that are central to the post-exilic period.<a name="hit" id="hit"></a><div class="vheading2">Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Mekonah</span><p>a foot of a pillar; provision<a name="smi" id="smi"></a><div class="vheading2">Smith's Bible Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Mekonah</span><p>(<i>foundation</i>), one of the towns which were reinhabited after the captivity by the men of Judah. (<a href="/nehemiah/11-28.htm">Nehemiah 11:28</a>)<a name="eas" id="eas"></a><div class="vheading2">Easton's Bible Dictionary</div>A base or foundation, a town in the south of Judah (<a href="/nehemiah/11-28.htm">Nehemiah 11:28</a>), near Ziklag. <a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">MEKONAH</span><p>me-ko'-na (mekhonah).<br><br>See <a href="../m/meconah.htm">MECONAH</a>.<p><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/4350.htm"><span class="l">4350. <b>mekonah</b> -- a fixed resting place, base</span></a><br><b>mekonah</b> or <b>mekonah</b>. 4349, 4350. <b>mekonah</b> or <b>mekonah</b>. 4351 . a fixed resting<br> place, base. Transliteration: <b>mekonah</b> or <b>mekonah</b> Phonetic <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/4350.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p> <a href="/hebrew/4368.htm"><span class="l">4368. <b>Mekonah</b> -- a place in Judah</span></a><br><b>...</b> 4367, 4368. <b>Mekonah</b>. 4369 . a place in Judah. Transliteration: <b>Mekonah</b> Phonetic<br> Spelling: (mek-o-naw') Short Definition: Meconah. <b>...</b> <b>Mekonah</b>. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/4368.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p> <a href="/hebrew/4369.htm"><span class="l">4369. mekunah -- base</span></a><br>mekunah or <b>mekonah</b>. 4368, 4369. mekunah or <b>mekonah</b>. 4370 . base. Transliteration:<br> mekunah or <b>mekonah</b> Phonetic Spelling: (mek-oo-naw') Short Definition: base <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/4369.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 5k</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/m/mekonah.htm"><span class="l"><b>Mekonah</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b><b>MEKONAH</b>. me-ko'-na (mekhonah). See MECONAH. <b>...</b><b>Mekonah</b> (1 Occurrence). Nehemiah 11:28<br> And at Ziklag, and at <b>Mekonah</b>, and in the villages thereof, (KJV WBS YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/mekonah.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/maconah.htm"><span class="l">Maconah</span></a><br><b>...</b> Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia MACONAH. ma-ko'-na:<br> the King James Version <b>Mekonah</b> (which see). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/maconah.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/melah.htm"><span class="l">Melah (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/melah.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/mekkedah.htm"><span class="l">Mekkedah (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/mekkedah.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/v/villages.htm"><span class="l">Villages (106 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> KJV DBY WBS RSV). Nehemiah 11:28 And at Ziklag, and at <b>Mekonah</b>, and in the<br> villages thereof, (KJV DBY WBS RSV). Nehemiah 11:30 Zanoah <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/v/villages.htm - 38k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Mekonah (1 Occurrence)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/nehemiah/11-28.htm">Nehemiah 11:28</a></span><br />And at Ziklag, and at <span class="boldtext">Mekonah</span>, and in the villages thereof,<br /><span class="source">(KJV WBS YLT)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/m/mekonah.htm">Mekonah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/m/mekonah--a_city_in_the_territory_of_the_tribe_of_judah.htm">Mekonah: A City in the Territory of the Tribe of Judah</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/maconah.htm">Maconah</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/melah.htm">Melah (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/mekkedah.htm">Mekkedah (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/v/villages.htm">Villages (106 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/m/mekkedah.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Mekkedah"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Mekkedah" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/naves/m/mekonah--a_city_in_the_territory_of_the_tribe_of_judah.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Mekonah: A City in the Territory of the Tribe of Judah"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Mekonah: A City in the Territory of the Tribe of Judah" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>