Peduim (Hebrew: פדויים, lit. ‘Ransomed‘) is a moshav in southern Israel. Located in the north-western Negev desert near Ofakim, it falls under the jurisdiction of Merhavim Regional Council. In 2024 it had a population of 496.[1]
History
The moshav was established in 1950 by immigrants from Yemen. Like several other moshavim in the area, its name is taken from the Book of Isaiah 35:10;
And the ransomed of the LORD shall return, and come with singing unto Zion, and everlasting joy shall be upon their heads; they shall obtain gladness and joy, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away.
References
- ^ a b “Regional Statistics”. Israel Central Bureau of Statistics. Retrieved 21 March 2026.
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