Diblath
LocationsGeographical Setting
Diblath is an ancient settlement identified in biblical texts as a trading partner of Tyre.
What is the meaning of Diblath in the Bible?
Diblath is a location mentioned in Ezekiel 27:23-24 as a source of goods traded with Tyre, likely situated in the region of Mesopotamia or the upper Euphrates valley.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Diblath helps readers understand the extensive commercial reach of Tyre and the specific geographic origins of luxury goods mentioned in prophetic literature.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Diblath 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 Diblath in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Diblath clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezekiel 27:23-24
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
"Diblath." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/diblath/