Cormorant
NatureWhat is the meaning of Cormorant in the Bible?
A large sea-fowl belonging to the genus Phalacrocorax, described by the Hebrew word 'shalakh', which means a 'plunging bird'. The bird is known for its distinctive appearance and habits.
SIGNIFICANCE
The cormorant's mention in Leviticus 11:13-19 and Deuteronomy 14:12-18 highlights its significance as an unclean animal in Jewish dietary laws.
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Physical & Symbolic Reality: Physical objects and natural elements like Cormorant were everyday realities for biblical writers, frequently used as living metaphors for spiritual truths.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Cormorant in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Cormorant clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Leviticus 11:13-19Deuteronomy 14:12-18
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
"Cormorant." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/cormorant/