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Where is Moab in the Bible?

Moab was an ancient kingdom located east of the Dead Sea in what is now modern-day Jordan. Throughout the Bible, Moab appears as a neighboring nation frequently in conflict with Israel, featured prominently in books such as Genesis, Exodus, Numbers, Deuteronomy, and Joshua. The Moabites were descendants of Lot and played a significant role in Israel's wilderness journey and early settlement of Canaan. Key biblical events in Moab include the story of Ruth, a Moabite woman who became part of Israel's lineage, and the famous prophecy of Balaam, who was hired to curse Israel but blessed them instead. Moab's relationship with Israel was marked by both hostility and occasional peaceful coexistence, making it an important geographical and theological reference point in Old Testament history.