Road (inroad)
TextsWhat is the meaning of Road (inroad) in the Bible?
In 1 Samuel 27:10, the King James Version translates the Hebrew word 'shebet' as 'rod' to mean a road or inroad, a usage clarified by the parallel context in 1 Samuel 23:27.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this translation nuance prevents misinterpretation of the physical objects involved in the narrative and clarifies the movement of troops in the biblical account.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Manuscript & Literary Context: Notice how Road (inroad) 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 Road (inroad) in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Road (inroad) clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Samuel 27:101 Samuel 23:27
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
"Road (inroad)." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/road-inroad/