Eglath-Shelishiyah
LocationsGeographical Setting
Eglath-shelishiyyah is a textual variant or place name appearing in prophetic literature concerning Moab, often interpreted as a reference to a specific location or a symbolic heifer.
What is the meaning of Eglath-Shelishiyah in the Bible?
A term found in Isaiah 15:5 and Jeremiah 48:34, referring to a place or a heifer three years old, with no probable identification suggested.
SIGNIFICANCE
The significance of EGLATH-SHELISHIYAH lies in its use as an oracle against Moab, highlighting the strength and unconquered nature of certain cities.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Eglath-Shelishiyah 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 Eglath-Shelishiyah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Eglath-Shelishiyah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Isaiah 15:5Jeremiah 48:34
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
"Eglath-Shelishiyah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/eglathshelishiyah/