The term "northeast" is not explicitly mentioned in the Bible; however, understanding the geographical and cultural context of the biblical lands can provide insight into its significance. The region that would be considered northeast in biblical terms often refers to areas northeast of Israel, such as parts of modern-day Syria, Iraq, and Iran. These regions played significant roles in biblical history and prophecy.

Geographical Context

In biblical times, the northeast region was home to several important ancient civilizations, including the Assyrians and Babylonians. These empires were known for their military prowess and played crucial roles in the history of Israel and Judah. The Assyrian Empire, with its capital in Nineveh, was located to the northeast of Israel and was a dominant force during the 8th and 7th centuries BC. The Babylonians, who succeeded the Assyrians, also hailed from the northeast, with Babylon as their capital.

Biblical References

While the term "northeast" itself is not used, the Bible frequently references the lands and peoples from this direction. For instance, the Assyrians and Babylonians are often mentioned in the context of God's judgment and the exile of the Israelites. In 2 Kings 17:6 , the Assyrians are described as the conquerors of the northern kingdom of Israel: "In the ninth year of Hoshea, the king of Assyria captured Samaria and deported the Israelites to Assyria. He settled them in Halah, in Gozan on the Habor River, and in the towns of the Medes."

The Babylonians, under King Nebuchadnezzar, are noted for their conquest of Judah and the destruction of Jerusalem in 586 BC. This event is detailed in 2 Kings 25:8-9 : "On the seventh day of the fifth month, in the nineteenth year of Nebuchadnezzar’s reign over Babylon, Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard, a servant of the king of Babylon, entered Jerusalem. He burned down the house of the LORD, the royal palace, and all the houses of Jerusalem—every significant building."

Prophetic Significance

The northeast also holds prophetic significance in the Bible. The prophets often spoke of nations from the north as instruments of God's judgment. Jeremiah 1:14-15 states, "Then the LORD said to me, 'Out of the north the disaster will be poured out on all who live in the land. For I am about to summon all the peoples of the northern kingdoms,' declares the LORD."

Additionally, the book of Daniel contains visions and prophecies concerning kingdoms from the northeast. Daniel 11:40 speaks of a future conflict involving the "king of the North": "At the time of the end, the king of the South will engage him in battle, and the king of the North will storm out against him with chariots, horsemen, and many ships. He will invade many countries and sweep through them like a flood."

Cultural and Historical Impact

The influence of the northeast on Israel and Judah was profound, affecting their political, cultural, and religious landscapes. The Assyrian and Babylonian captivities were pivotal events that shaped the identity and faith of the Jewish people. These experiences are reflected in the writings of the prophets, who called the people to repentance and faithfulness to God amidst foreign domination.

In summary, while the term "northeast" is not directly used in the Bible, the regions and peoples from this direction played significant roles in biblical history and prophecy. Understanding these connections enriches the study of Scripture and the unfolding of God's plan throughout history.1. (n.) The point between the north and east, at an equal distance from each; the northeast part or region.

2. (a.) of or pertaining to the northeast; proceeding toward the northeast, or coming from that point; as, a northeast course; a northeast wind.

3. (adv.) Toward the northeast.

NORTHEAST, SOUTHEAST

These words 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-east." the Revised Version margin has, "Greek, down the south-west wind and down the north-west wind," which is a literal translation of the Greek: eis Phoinika.... limena tes Kretes bleponta (looking) kata liba (the southwest wind) kai kata choron (the northwest wind). Choros does not appear to occur except here, but the corresponding Latin caurus or corus is found in Caesar, Vergil, and other classical authors. the King James Version has "lieth toward the south west and north west." kata, with a wind or stream, means, "down the wind or stream," i.e. in the direction that it is blowing or flowing, and this interpretation would indicate a harbor open to the East. If lips, and choros, are used here as names of directions rather than of winds, we should expect a harbor open to the West. There is good reason for identifying Phoenix (the King James Version "Phenice") with Loutro on the south shore of Crete (EB, under the word "Phenice"), whose harbor is open to the East. See PHOENIX.

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2146b. Eurakulon -- the Euraquilo, a northeast wind
... 2146a, 2146b. Eurakulon. 2147 . the Euraquilo, a northeast wind.
Transliteration: Eurakulon Short Definition: Euraquilo. Word Origin ...
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2148. Eurokludon -- Euroklydon, northeast wind
... Euroklydon, northeast wind. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: Eurokludon
Phonetic Spelling: (yoo-rok-loo'-dohn) Short Definition: an east-north ...
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At the Well
... eastward to Pa-Ramesu. The other crossed the northwestern limits of Goshen
and went toward Tanis, in the northeast. Round about the ...
//christianbookshelf.org/miller/the yoke/chapter xxxvii at the well.htm

Another Ninety-Mile Journey
... The northeast wind was piercing cold and, blowing exactly in our faces, soon brought
a heavy shower of snow, then of sleet, and afterward of hail. ...
/.../wesley/the journal of john wesley/another ninety-mile journey.htm

The Eighteenth Theban Dynasty --(Continued)
... Arka in the Lebanon and the surrounding strongholds, which were the haunts of robbers
who lurked in the mountains; then turning to the northeast, he took ...
/.../chapter ithe eighteenth theban dynastycontinued.htm

The Old Testament and Archeology
... 113} any discoveries, he transferred, the following year, at the suggestion of a
peasant, his activities to Korsabad, a few miles to the northeast, where the ...
/.../the christian view of the old testament/chapter iv the old testament.htm

Proving God's Faithfulness (1902-1908)
... He felt that the time had come when we should give ourselves to the evangelization
of the great regions north and northeast of Changte"regions which up to ...
/.../how i know god answers prayer/vi proving gods faithfulness 1902-1908.htm

On the Road to Jerusalem
... Roman in the days of the degenerate Caesars, and, mounting his horse when the rest
of the party were in their places, headed the procession toward the northeast ...
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The Last Two Decades.
... Gospel boat.' Mr. Stronach embarked on one of these 'Gospel boats.' He expected
to land at one of the Mission stations on the mainland northeast from Amoy, and ...
/.../fagg/forty years in south china/xi the last two decades.htm

Joshua's Conquest.
... Among the more important were the Philistines, west of Judah, the Phoenician kingdoms
on the north, Arameans or Syrians on the northeast, and on the east and ...
/.../tidwell/the bible period by period/chapter viii joshuas conquest.htm

The Judges.
... (1) The Mesopotamians came down from the northeast and oppressed Israel until
Othniel, Caleb's nephew, was raised up to deliver them. ...
/.../tidwell/the bible period by period/chapter ix the judges.htm

The Pilgrim Band, 1736-1743.
... About thirty miles northeast of Frankfurt-on-the-Main there lay a quaint and charming
district known as the Wetterau, wherein stood two old ruined castles ...
/.../hutton/history of the moravian church/chapter vii the pilgrim band.htm

Northeast (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) The point between the north and east, at
an equal distance from each; the northeast part or region. ...
/n/northeast.htm - 8k

Phoenix (2 Occurrences)
... the Northwest wind, ie looking Southwest and Northwest"; (2) "looking down the
Southwest wind and down the Northwest wind, ie looking Northeast and Southeast ...
/p/phoenix.htm - 12k

Cyprus (12 Occurrences)
... CYPRUS. si'-prus (Kupros): 1. Name: An island situated near the Northeast corner
of the Levant, in an angle formed by the coasts of Cilicia and Syria. ...
/c/cyprus.htm - 27k

Elamites (2 Occurrences)
... of 1 Samuel 17:2 took place here there can be no doubt: the Philistines ranged
themselves upon the southern hills; the Israelites to the North or Northeast. ...
/e/elamites.htm - 39k

Elam (24 Occurrences)
... of 1 Samuel 17:2 took place here there can be no doubt: the Philistines ranged
themselves upon the southern hills; the Israelites to the North or Northeast. ...
/e/elam.htm - 48k

Euraquilo (1 Occurrence)
... British and American) eurakulon; the King James Version eurokludon; the King James
Version Euroclydon, u-rok'-li-don): The east or northeast wind which drove ...
/e/euraquilo.htm - 7k

Trachonitis (1 Occurrence)
... inhabited. The other is away to the Northeast of the mountain, and is called
in Arabic es-Safa. This covers much the larger area. ...
/t/trachonitis.htm - 13k

Lebanon (66 Occurrences)
... 2. General Description: The Lebanon range proper borders the east coast of the
Mediterranean, for a distance of 100 miles, running North-Northeast and South ...
/l/lebanon.htm - 45k

Hor (14 Occurrences)
... 3. Jebel Maderah: This points to some eminence to the North or Northeast
of Kadesh. A hill meeting sufficiently all these conditions ...
/h/hor.htm - 15k

Crete (7 Occurrences)
... With Cythera on the North and Carpathos and Rhodos on the Northeast, it
forms a continuous bridge between Greece and Asia Minor. ...
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