Places in the Bible · Fortification

Silla

Silla is a fortification mentioned in 1 verse. Its most likely location is another name for the Millo. The name means “exalting.”

Where is Silla?

Approx. 31.7767, 35.2342 · OpenStreetMap · Google Maps

Possible modern locations

IdentificationTypeConfidence
another name for the MillosettlementHigh

Silla in the Bible dictionary

A highway; a twig, only in 2 Kings 12:20. If taken as a proper name (as in the LXX. and other versions), the locality is unknown.

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

Verses that mention Silla

  • 2 Kings 12:20

    And his servants arose, and made a conspiracy, and slew Joash in the house of Millo, which goeth down to Silla.