Shaft
ArtifactsWhat is the meaning of Shaft in the Bible?
The Hebrew term for shaft refers to the upright stem of the tabernacle's candlestick and serves as a metaphor for an arrow in Isaiah 49:2.
SIGNIFICANCE
Distinguishing between the physical description of the candlestick and the metaphorical use of an arrow ensures accurate interpretation of the biblical text.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Physical & Symbolic Reality: Physical objects and natural elements like Shaft were everyday realities for biblical writers, frequently used as living metaphors for spiritual truths.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Shaft in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Shaft clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Isaiah 49:2
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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
"Shaft." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/shaft/