Elymais
LocationsGeographical Setting
Elymais was an ancient Hellenistic kingdom situated in the region of Khuzestan, south of Media and north of Susiana, known for its distinct political identity and cultural interactions during the Seleucid period.
What is the meaning of Elymais in the Bible?
Elymais was an independent kingdom in ancient Persia, located south of Media and north of Susiana, corresponding to the region of Khuzestan in modern-day Iran.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding Elymais provides historical context for the geopolitical landscape of the Near East during the Maccabean period, clarifying the regional powers and territories referenced in 1 Maccabees.
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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.