Uza, Israel

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Uza (Hebrew: עוזה, lit.'Strength') is a religious moshav in southern Israel. Located in Hevel Lakhish around two kilometres south of Kiryat Gat and covering 1,000 dunams, it falls under the jurisdiction of Shafir Regional Council. In 2024 it had a population of 457.[1]

CountryIsrael
Founded1950
Population
(2024)[1]
457
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Uza
Uza is located in Ashkelon region of Israel
Uza
Uza
Coordinates: 31°35′41″N 34°45′52″E
CountryIsrael
DistrictSouthern
CouncilShafir
AffiliationHapoel HaMizrachi
Founded1950
Population
 (2024)[1]
457
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History

The village was established in 1950 by Libyan Jews. Its name was taken from the biblical passage "Summon the might, O God, show the strength, O God, thou who hast wrought for us" (Psalms 68:28)."[2][3]

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