Pelias
LocationsGeographical Setting
Peli'as is a textual variant found in specific biblical manuscripts, identified as equivalent to the place name Pedias.
What is the meaning of Pelias in the Bible?
Peli'as is a name mentioned in the King James Version and Revised Version as equivalent to Pedias.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this variant aids in understanding textual transmission differences between biblical versions.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Pelias 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 Pelias in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Pelias clarify?
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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
"Pelias." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/pelias/