Bible Dictionary
Chub
Chub was a people allied with Egypt during the time of Nebuchadnezzar. They were probably from northern Africa or regions near Egypt.
Definition
Chub was a people allied with Egypt during the time of Nebuchadnezzar. They were probably located in northern Africa or in lands near Egypt to the south.
Biblical Usage
Chub is mentioned once, among those allied with Egypt in the prophecy concerning Egypt’s judgment.
Historical Background
The precise identity of the people is uncertain; the supplied material places them generally in or near northern Africa.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
The name of a people in alliance with Egypt in the time of Nebuchadnezzar. The word is found only in Ezek. 30:5. They were probably a people of Northern Africa, or of the lands near Egypt in the south.
Smith's Bible Dictionary
the name of a people in alliance with Egypt in the time of Nebuchadnezzar, (Ezekiel 30:5) and probably of northern Africa.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>chub (kubh).</p><p>See CUB.</p>