Bible Dictionary
Abila
Abila was the chief town of the district called Abilene. It was located near the Barada gorge east of the Anti-Lebanon range.
Definition
Abila was the chief town of the district called Abilene. It was located near the Barada gorge east of the Anti-Lebanon range.
Biblical Usage
The supplied material identifies Abila through its association with Abilene but provides no further biblical appearance or function.
Historical Background
Abila was situated near the Barada gorge, east of the Anti-Lebanon range, and served as the chief town of the surrounding district of Abilene.
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
[Abilene]
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ab'-i-la. See ABILENE.</p>