The 1240s BC is a decade that lasted from 1249 BC to 1240 BC.
Events and trends
- c. 1240 BC—The Philistines expand their influence into Cyprus and Canaan.
- c. 1240 BC—The wimble and lathe are invented.
Significant people
- Merneptah, pharaoh of Egypt, born (approximate date).
In legend
- 1249 BC—Gideon conquers the Midianites.