Frontier
TextsWhat is the meaning of Frontier in the Bible?
The Hebrew term for 'frontier' appears in the plural form in Ezekiel 25:9, where the Revised Version margin translates it as 'quarter'.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this translation helps readers grasp the specific territorial divisions and administrative boundaries involved in the prophetic judgment against Ammon.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Manuscript & Literary Context: Notice how Frontier functions as an authoritative historical witness connecting earlier prophetic promises with scripture's broader fulfillment.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Frontier in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Frontier clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezekiel 25:9
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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.
How to Cite This Entry
"Frontier." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/frontier/