Definition and Meaning:
Iyim, a term found in the Hebrew Bible, refers to a location or a group of people associated with the wilderness regions of the ancient Near East. The name "Iyim" is derived from the Hebrew word "אִיִּים" (pronounced "ee-yeem"), which can mean "heaps" or "ruins." This term is often used to describe desolate or deserted places, reflecting the barren and uninhabited nature of certain areas in biblical times.

Biblical References:
Iyim is mentioned in the context of the Israelites' wilderness journey after their exodus from Egypt. It is specifically noted in the Book of Numbers as one of the stations where the Israelites camped during their 40-year sojourn in the desert.

· Numbers 33:45-46 : "They set out from Iyim and camped at Dibon-gad. They set out from Dibon-gad and camped at Almon-diblathaim."

In this passage, Iyim is listed as a stop along the Israelites' route, situated between the wilderness of Moab and the plains of Moab by the Jordan River. The mention of Iyim in this travel itinerary highlights its role as a geographical marker during the Israelites' journey to the Promised Land.

Historical and Geographical Context:
The precise location of Iyim is not definitively known, but it is generally associated with the arid regions east of the Jordan River, possibly within the territory of Moab. The name itself suggests a place characterized by ruins or desolation, which aligns with the harsh and uninhabited nature of the wilderness areas traversed by the Israelites.

Theological Significance:
The mention of Iyim in the biblical narrative underscores the challenges faced by the Israelites during their wilderness wanderings. It serves as a reminder of the transient and often difficult nature of their journey, as they relied on God's guidance and provision in desolate places. The stops along their route, including Iyim, are part of the broader narrative of faith, obedience, and divine promise that characterizes the Exodus account.

Related Entries:
· Wilderness of Moab: The region surrounding Iyim, known for its rugged terrain and sparse habitation.
· Exodus: The larger narrative context in which Iyim is mentioned, detailing the Israelites' escape from Egypt and journey to the Promised Land.
· Stations of the Exodus: A list of the various locations where the Israelites camped during their 40-year journey, as recorded in Numbers 33.

Conclusion:
While Iyim itself is not a major focal point in the biblical narrative, its inclusion in the list of encampments highlights the detailed record of the Israelites' journey and the significance of each step in their path to fulfilling God's promise.IYIM

i'-yim (iyim, "heaps"-the form of which, `iye, is the construct):

(1) A short form of the name Iye-abarim (Numbers 33:45).

(2) A town in the territory of Judah (Joshua 15:29; English Versions of the Bible wrongly "Iim"). It lay in the extreme South, "toward the border of Edom." It is not identified.

5864. Iyyim -- a place on the E. border of Moab
... Iim. Word Origin of uncertain derivation Definition a place on the E. border
of Moab NASB Word Usage Iim (1), Iyim (1). Iim. Plural ...
/hebrew/5864.htm - 6kIyim (1 Occurrence)
...IYIM. i'-yim (iyim, "heaps"-the form of which, `iye, is the construct): (1) A short
form of the name Iye-abarim (Numbers 33:45). ...Iyim (1 Occurrence). ...
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Jackal (3 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 2:13), and tannim, "monster," the King James Version and the English Revised
Version "dragon" (Ezekiel 29:3; Ezekiel 32:2). (2) 'iyim, "wolves," the ...
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Satyr
... full of doleful creatures ('ochim); and ostriches (benoth ya`anah) shall dwell there,
and wild goats (se`irim) shall dance there And wolves ('iyim) shall cry ...
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Wild (147 Occurrences)
... (3) 'iyim (Isaiah 13:21; Isaiah 34:14 Jeremiah 50:39). ... 'Iyim occurs in Isaiah
13:21 and 34:14 and in Jeremiah 50:39, three of the passages cited for tsiyim. ...
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Beast (243 Occurrences)
... (3) 'iyim (Isaiah 13:21; Isaiah 34:14 Jeremiah 50:39). ... 'Iyim occurs in Isaiah
13:21 and 34:14 and in Jeremiah 50:39, three of the passages cited for tsiyim. ...
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Wolf (4 Occurrences)
... or dib; (2) lukos (Matthew 7:15; Matthew 10:16 Luke 10:3 John 10:12 Acts 20:29;
Ecclesiasticus 13:17; compare 2 Esdras 5:18, lupus); (3) 'iyim, the Revised ...
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Iim (3 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. IIM. i'-im (`iyim): Same as IYIM (which
see). Multi-Version Concordance Iim (3 Occurrences). Numbers ...
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I'yim (1 Occurrence)
I'yim. Iyim, I'yim. Iyyar . Multi-Version Concordance I'yim (1 Occurrence).
Numbers 33:45 They traveled from Iyim, and encamped in Dibon Gad. (See RSV). ...
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Isle (15 Occurrences)
... 24:15; Isaiah 59:18 Jeremiah 25:22 Ezekiel 39:6 Daniel 11:18; Ze 2:11; the Revised
Version margin has "sea-coast" in Jeremiah 47:4. (2) plural 'iyim, the King ...
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Island (16 Occurrences)
... 24:15; Isaiah 59:18 Jeremiah 25:22 Ezekiel 39:6 Daniel 11:18; Ze 2:11; the Revised
Version margin has "sea-coast" in Jeremiah 47:4. (2) plural 'iyim, the King ...
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