Philistia (Noun)

Meaning

An ancient region on the coast of southwestern Palestine that was strategically located on a trade route between Syria and Egypt; important in biblical times.

Classification

Nouns denoting spatial position.

Examples

• The Philistia region played a significant role in the biblical narrative as a place of conflict and cultural exchange between the Israelites and the Philistines.
• Archaeological excavations in Philistia have uncovered evidence of a sophisticated urban culture that flourished during the Iron Age.
• The strategic location of Philistia on the trade route between Syria and Egypt made it an important center of commerce and cultural exchange in the ancient Near East.
• In biblical times, the Philistia region was inhabited by the Philistines, a non-Semitic people who migrated to the area from the Aegean region.
• The Philistia region is also notable for its association with the biblical hero Samson, who is said to have fought against the Philistines and ultimately met his demise in the city of Gaza.