Acua
TextsWhat is the meaning of Acua in the Bible?
ACUA is a textual variant found in certain manuscript witnesses of Isaiah 21:6, likely arising from scribal confusion with the Hebrew word ACUD.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this variant clarifies the transmission history of the Hebrew Bible, demonstrating how textual criticism helps scholars reconstruct the most reliable original text for accurate biblical interpretation.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Manuscript & Literary Context: Notice how Acua functions as an authoritative historical witness connecting earlier prophetic promises with scripture's broader fulfillment.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Acua in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Acua clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Isaiah 21:6
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Acua." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/acua/