Bible Location

Zelzah

Meaning: noontide · 1 cross reference · Modern-day map available

Zelzah was the place near Rachel's tomb named in Samuel's sign to Saul. It is important because it belongs to the tightly localized geography through which Saul's calling is confirmed. First appears in 1 Sam 10:2.1

Place meaning

noontide

Coordinates

31.72, 35.19

First appears

1 Sam 10:2

AI summary: Zelzah matters because the rise of Saul is narrated through specific encounters on the ground rather than abstract destiny. In that setting, the place functions as part of the chain of signs that authenticate Samuel's word.1

Place meaning

noontide

Latitude

31.72

Longitude

35.19

Bible references

1