Diblaim
LocationsGeographical Setting
Diblaim is a geographical location mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the Book of Isaiah.
What is the meaning of Diblaim in the Bible?
Diblaim was a town in the territory of Reuben, located in the region of Moab, mentioned in Isaiah 15:5 and 16:7-9 as a site of mourning during a prophetic oracle against Moab.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Diblaim helps readers understand the specific geographic scope of the prophetic judgment against Moab, illustrating the extent of the devastation described in the text.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Diblaim held strategic importance. Understanding its position and trade routes explains why key biblical events unfolded here.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Diblaim in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Diblaim clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Isaiah 15:5
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
"Diblaim." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/diblaim/