Strong’s G0009
Ἀβιληνή
Part of speech
Noun, Feminine
Transliteration
Abiléné
Pronunciation
ah-bee-lay-NAY
Definition
Abilene
Meaning
the Abilenian territory, the territory of Abila (in Syria), a small principality in the mountains of Damascus.
Usage
Abilene refers to a district or region in the ancient Near East, specifically located in the area of the Anti-Lebanon mountains. It is mentioned in the New Testament as part of the political landscape during the time of John the Baptist and Jesus.
Bible references
Luke 3:1