Places in the Bible · Hill

Gareb

Gareb is a hill mentioned in 1 verse. Its most likely location is in Jerusalem. The name means “a scab.”

Where is Gareb?

Approx. 31.7767, 35.2342 · OpenStreetMap · Google Maps

Possible modern locations

IdentificationTypeConfidence
in JerusalemhillHigh

Gareb in the Bible dictionary

A hill near Jerusalem (Jer. 31:39), probably the hill of lepers, and consequently a place outside the boundary of the city.

Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897), public domain. Full dictionary entry →

Verses that mention Gareb

  • Jeremiah 31:39

    And the measuring line shall yet go forth over against it upon the hill Gareb, and shall compass about to Goath.