Shiloah
LocationsGeographical Setting
Shiloah is an ancient site in Jerusalem identified with the Pool of Siloam, referenced in biblical texts as a source of water and a location of prophetic significance.
What is the meaning of Shiloah in the Bible?
Shiloah denotes a specific location in Jerusalem, appearing in Isaiah 8:6 as a reference to the waters of Siloam, which are distinct from the Gihon Spring.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding Shiloah clarifies the geographical context of Isaiah's prophecy, where the prophet contrasts the gentle, controlled waters of Siloam with the aggressive invasion of Assyria, illustrating the tension between divine provision and political reliance.
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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.