Saphir
LocationsGeographical Setting
Saphir is a biblical place name mentioned in the Book of Kings, identified as a location where King Solomon stored cedar wood imported from Lebanon.
What is the meaning of Saphir in the Bible?
Saphir is a location associated with the storage of cedar timber during the reign of King Solomon, as recorded in 1 Kings 5:11 and 9:11.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Saphir clarifies the logistical infrastructure Solomon established to manage the massive cedar imports required for the Temple and royal palace construction.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Saphir 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 Saphir in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Saphir clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Kings 5:11
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
"Saphir." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/saphir/