Succoth (2)
LocationsGeographical Setting
An ancient settlement in the eastern Nile Delta identified as the first encampment of the Israelites during the Exodus narrative.
What is the meaning of Succoth (2) in the Bible?
The first station of the Hebrews on leaving Rameses, meaning 'booths', with an unknown exact position possibly lying in the lower part of Wady Tumeilat.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Succoth (2) (located near modern Wadi Tumilat, Egypt) 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 Succoth (2) in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Succoth (2) clarify?
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
"Succoth (2)." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/succoth-2/