In the dramatic and victorious battle against the Midianites, Gidon pursued the Midianite troops to Avel Meholah (Judges 7, 22).

During the reign of King Shlomo, Baana son of Ahilud was the officer in charge of a district bordered by Avel Meholah (I Kings 4, 12).

Avel Meholah was the birthplace of the prophet Elisha (I Kings 19, 16).