Topical Encyclopedia The term "north-east" is not explicitly mentioned in the Bible; however, the concept of direction and geography plays a significant role in biblical narratives and symbolism. Understanding the cardinal directions, including the north-east, can provide deeper insights into the biblical text and its historical context.Geographical Context In biblical times, directions were often described in relation to the rising and setting of the sun. The east, where the sun rises, was a significant point of reference. The north-east, therefore, would be the direction between the north and east, often associated with specific regions or territories in the ancient Near East. Symbolic Significance Directions in the Bible often carry symbolic meanings. The east is frequently associated with beginnings, as seen in Genesis 2:8, where God plants a garden "in the east, in Eden." The north, on the other hand, is sometimes associated with judgment or calamity, as seen in Jeremiah 1:14: "Then the LORD said to me, 'Out of the north disaster will be poured out on all who live in the land.'" The north-east, being a combination of these directions, could symbolically represent a transition or a movement from a place of origin towards a place of judgment or challenge. Biblical References and Implications While the specific term "north-east" does not appear, the Bible does reference regions and events that can be associated with this direction. For example, the Assyrian and Babylonian empires, which played significant roles in the history of Israel and Judah, were located to the north-east of the land of Israel. These empires were instruments of God's judgment, as seen in passages like Isaiah 10:5-6, where Assyria is described as "the rod of My anger." The north-east direction can also be inferred in the journeys and movements of biblical figures. For instance, when Abram (later Abraham) traveled from Ur of the Chaldeans to Canaan, his journey would have taken him in a north-westerly direction, but his initial movement from Ur, located in the south-east, would have involved a north-easterly trajectory. Prophetic and Eschatological Context In prophetic literature, directions often have eschatological implications. Ezekiel 38-39 describes a future invasion by Gog of the land of Magog, which is often interpreted as coming from the north. While the exact geographical location is debated, the emphasis on the north suggests a significant threat arising from that direction, potentially encompassing the north-east regions. Conclusion While the Bible does not explicitly mention the north-east, understanding the geographical and symbolic significance of directions enhances the interpretation of biblical narratives. The north-east, as a direction, can be associated with historical movements, divine judgment, and prophetic events, reflecting the complex interplay of geography and theology in the biblical text. Greek 2148. Eurokludon -- Euroklydon, northeast wind ... dohn) Short Definition: an east-north-east wind Definition: an east-north-east wind. Word Origin variant reading for Eurakulon, qv. Euroklydon, northeast wind ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2148.htm - 6k 2146b. Eurakulon -- the Euraquilo, a northeast wind 2882. Korinthos -- Corinth, a city of Greece 5139. Trachonitis -- Trachonitis, a rough region South of Damascus Library Ode to the North-East Wind The Nations of the North-East Acts XXVII At the Well Another Ninety-Mile Journey Cyrus, the Servant Of-The Lord {4} The Servant of the Lord. A Description of Some Parts of Ancient Jerusalem. The Girdle of the City. Nehemiah 3 Appendix 1 Massecheth Middoth Thesaurus Northeast (1 Occurrence)...NORTHEAST, SOUTHEAST. ... occur in Acts 27:12, "if by any means they could reach Phoenix, and winter there; which is a haven of Crete, looking north-east and south ... /n/northeast.htm - 8k North-east (2 Occurrences) Phoenix (2 Occurrences) Euphrates (36 Occurrences) Cyprus (12 Occurrences) Elamites (2 Occurrences) Lebanon (66 Occurrences) Elam (24 Occurrences) Euraquilo (1 Occurrence) Southeast (2 Occurrences) Resources What was/is the importance of the gates of Jerusalem? | GotQuestions.orgWhat does it mean that God has removed our sins from us “as far as the east is from the west” (Psalm 103:12)? | GotQuestions.org Who is the king of the North in Daniel 11? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance North-east (2 Occurrences)Acts 27:12 Acts 27:14 Subtopics Related Terms |
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