Horse-Leech
NatureWhat is the meaning of Horse-Leech in the Bible?
A biological organism referenced in Proverbs 30:15 as a metaphor for insatiable appetite.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding the leech's natural tendency to cling and drain provides a vivid, concrete image for interpreting the biblical metaphor of greed and the relentless demands of the 'daughter' mentioned in the same verse.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Physical & Symbolic Reality: Physical objects and natural elements like Horse-Leech were everyday realities for biblical writers, frequently used as living metaphors for spiritual truths.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Horse-Leech in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Horse-Leech clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Proverbs 30:15
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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
"Horse-Leech." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/horseleech/