Mozah is a location mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the context of the territorial allotments for the tribes of Israel. It is referenced in the Book of Joshua, which details the division of the Promised Land among the twelve tribes following their exodus from Egypt and subsequent conquest of Canaan under Joshua's leadership.

Biblical Reference:

Mozah is mentioned in Joshua 18:26 as part of the inheritance of the tribe of Benjamin. The passage lists Mozah among other cities within Benjamin's territory: "Mizpeh, Chephirah, Mozah" (Joshua 18:26). This verse is part of a larger section that outlines the boundaries and cities allotted to Benjamin, one of the smaller tribes of Israel, yet strategically located between the powerful tribes of Judah and Ephraim.

Geographical Context:

The exact location of Mozah is not definitively known today, as it is with many ancient biblical sites. However, it is generally understood to have been situated within the central highlands of Canaan, an area characterized by its rugged terrain and significant historical and religious importance. The region allotted to Benjamin included several key cities and was known for its varied landscape, which provided both challenges and advantages to its inhabitants.

Historical and Theological Significance:

The mention of Mozah, though brief, contributes to the broader narrative of the Israelites' settlement in the Promised Land. Each city and region listed in the tribal allotments underscores the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs—Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—regarding the land of Canaan. The division of the land among the tribes is a testament to God's faithfulness and the establishment of Israel as a nation under His covenant.

From a theological perspective, the allocation of cities like Mozah to the tribe of Benjamin highlights the importance of each tribe in the unfolding account of Israel. Despite its small size, Benjamin played a significant role in Israel's history, producing notable figures such as King Saul, the first king of Israel, and the Apostle Paul, a key figure in the early Christian church.

Cultural and Archaeological Insights:

While Mozah itself has not been conclusively identified in modern archaeology, the study of similar sites in the region provides valuable insights into the culture and lifestyle of the ancient Israelites. Excavations in the central highlands have revealed fortified cities, agricultural practices, and religious artifacts that align with biblical descriptions of life during the period of the Judges and the United Monarchy.

In summary, Mozah, though a minor mention in the biblical text, is part of the intricate tapestry of Israel's history and heritage. Its inclusion in the tribal allotments of Benjamin serves as a reminder of the detailed and purposeful nature of God's plan for His people as recorded in the Scriptures.Mozah

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(fountain), one of the cities in the allotment of Benjamin, (Joshua 18:26) only, named between hae-Cephirah and Rekem.

An issuing of water, a city of Benjamin (Joshua 18:26). MOZAH

mo'-za (ha-motsah; Codex Vaticanus Amoke; Codex Alexandrinus Amosa): A town in the territory of Benjamin named after Mizpeh and Chephirah (Joshua 18:26). It may be represented by the modern Beit Mizzeh, the heavy "ts" of the Hebrew letter (tsade) passing into the light "z" of the Arabic, a not unusual change. The name means "place of hard stone." The village lies to the North of Quloniyeh (possibly Emmaus), about 4 miles Northwest of Jerusalem.

4681. Motsah -- a place in Benjamin
... 4680, 4681. Motsah. 4682 . a place in Benjamin. Transliteration: Motsah
Phonetic Spelling: (mo-tsaw') Short Definition: Mozah. ... Mozah. ...
/hebrew/4681.htm - 6kMozah (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. MOZAH. ...Mozah (1 Occurrence). Joshua 18:26 Mizpeh,
Chephirah, Mozah, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Moza (5 Occurrences)

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Kephirah (4 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). Joshua 18:26 Mizpeh, Chephirah, Mozah, (See NIV). Ezra 2:25 The children
of Kiriath Arim, Chephirah, and Beeroth, seven hundred forty-three. (See NIV ...
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Emmaus (1 Occurrence)
... Close to this place is a ruin known as Bet Mizza, which is probably the Mozah
(ha-motsah) of Joshua 18:26 which in the Talmud (Cukk. ...
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Much (2586 Occurrences)

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Chephirah (4 Occurrences)
... Jearim. (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS). Joshua 18:26 Mizpeh, Chephirah,
Mozah, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS). Ezra ...
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Chephi'rah (4 Occurrences)
... Now their cities were Gibeon, and Chephirah, and Beeroth, and Kiriath-jearim. (See
RSV). Joshua 18:26 and Mizpeh, and Chephirah, and Mozah; (See RSV). ...
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Mizpeh (24 Occurrences)
... DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV). Joshua 18:26 Mizpeh, Chephirah, Mozah, (WEB KJV JPS
ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV). Judges 10:17 Then the children ...
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