Topical Encyclopedia In the biblical narrative, certain cities are depicted as treasure cities, often serving as storehouses for wealth, resources, and provisions. These cities played significant roles in the economic and strategic planning of ancient kingdoms, particularly in the context of the Israelites and their interactions with surrounding nations.1. Pithom and Rameses: The cities of Pithom and Rameses are explicitly mentioned as treasure cities in the context of the Israelites' bondage in Egypt. According to Exodus 1:11 , "So they appointed taskmasters over them to oppress them with forced labor. As a result, they built Pithom and Rameses as store cities for Pharaoh." These cities were constructed by the Israelites under harsh conditions, serving as storage centers for the wealth and resources of the Egyptian empire. The construction of these cities highlights the oppressive nature of Israel's slavery and the economic exploitation they endured. 2. Jerusalem: While not explicitly labeled as a "treasure city" in the same manner as Pithom and Rameses, Jerusalem holds a significant place as a center of wealth and divine treasure. King Solomon, renowned for his wisdom and wealth, amassed great riches in Jerusalem. 1 Kings 10:14-15 states, "The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents, not including the revenue from the merchants and traders, as well as all the Arabian kings and governors of the land." Jerusalem, as the capital of Israel and the location of the Temple, became a focal point for the nation's wealth and spiritual treasure. 3. Babylon: Babylon is another city often associated with immense wealth and treasure. In the prophetic literature, Babylon is depicted as a city of great opulence and material abundance. Isaiah 13:19 describes Babylon as "the jewel of kingdoms, the glory of the pride of the Chaldeans." The city's wealth, however, is portrayed as fleeting and ultimately subject to divine judgment. The fall of Babylon serves as a reminder of the transient nature of earthly treasures in contrast to the eternal treasures of God's kingdom. 4. Tyre: The city of Tyre is depicted as a wealthy and influential maritime power. Ezekiel 27 provides a detailed account of Tyre's extensive trade network and the vast array of goods that flowed through the city. Ezekiel 27:3 refers to Tyre as "the gateway to the seas, merchant of the peoples on many coasts." Tyre's wealth and commercial success are highlighted, yet the city's pride and reliance on material wealth ultimately lead to its downfall, as prophesied by Ezekiel. 5. The New Jerusalem: In the eschatological vision of the New Jerusalem, found in Revelation 21, the city is depicted as a place of unparalleled beauty and divine treasure. Revelation 21:18-21 describes the city's construction with precious stones and pure gold, symbolizing the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises and the eternal treasure of His presence. The New Jerusalem represents the culmination of God's redemptive plan, where spiritual and material treasures are perfectly united in the presence of God. Throughout the biblical narrative, cities designated as treasure serve as both literal and symbolic representations of wealth, power, and divine blessing. These cities reflect the broader biblical themes of stewardship, the transient nature of earthly riches, and the ultimate value of spiritual treasures in God's kingdom. Nave's Topical Index Genesis 41:48And he gathered up all the food of the seven years, which were in the land of Egypt, and laid up the food in the cities: the food of the field, which was round about every city, laid he up in the same. Nave's Topical Index Exodus 1:11 1 Kings 9:19 2 Chronicles 8:4 2 Chronicles 16:4 2 Chronicles 17:12 Library The Jewish World in the Days of Christ - the Jewish Dispersion in ... Ephesians vi. 14 2 Cor. Iv. 1, 2 The Seven Trumpets. In Judaea Acts viii. 26, 27 Appendix iv. An Abstract of Jewish History from the Reign of ... The Old Testament and Archeology The First Stages. Ch. 9:51 to 13:21 The Constitution of the Church in the Second Century. Resources What were the cities of refuge in the Old Testament? | GotQuestions.orgWhat were Admah and Zeboiim in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Why did Jesus mention Tyre and Sidon in Luke 10:14? | GotQuestions.org Cities: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Cities of Refuge of the Hope of the Gospel Cities of Refuge: (The Way To) Christ Cities of Refuge: Afforded No Asylum to Murderers Cities of Refuge: Required to Be: Easy of Access Cities of Refuge: Required to Be: Open to all Manslayers Cities of Refuge: Strangers Might Take Advantage of Cities of Refuge: Those Admitted to not Protected Outside of Cities of Refuge: Those Admitted to Obliged to Remain In, Until the High Priest's Death Cities of Refuge: Those Admitted to Were Put on Their Trial Cities were Called For: The Country in Which Built Cities were Called For: The Family of the Founder Cities were Called For: The Proprietor of the Land Cities were Frequently: Besieged Cities were Frequently: Burned Cities were Frequently: Depopulated Cities were Frequently: Made Heaps of Ruins Cities were Frequently: Pillaged Cities were Frequently: Razed and Sown With Salt Cities were Frequently: Stormed Cities were Frequently: Wasted by Famine Cities were Frequently: Wasted by Pestilence Cities: A Great Defence to a Country Cities: Afforded Refuge in Times of Danger Cities: Arranged in Streets and Lanes Cities: Artificial Mode of Supplying Water To Cities: Built in Desert Places Cities: Built in Pleasant Situations Cities: Built of Brick and Mortar Cities: Built of Brick and Slime Cities: Built of Stone and Wood Cities: Built with Compactness Cities: Built: Often of a Square Form Cities: Built: On Solid Foundations Cities: Designated as Merchant Cities: Designated as Treasure Cities: Designed for Habitations Cities: Different Kinds of Chariot Cities: Different Kinds of Commercial Cities: Different Kinds of Fenced Cities: Different Kinds of Levitical Cities: Different Kinds of Refuge Cities: Different Kinds of Royal Cities: Different Kinds of Store Cities: Different Kinds of Treasure Cities: Difficulty of Taking, Alluded To Cities: Government of, by Rulers Cities: Inhabitants of, Called Citizens Cities: Often Built to Perpetuate a Name Cities: Often Deserted on the Approach of an Enemy Cities: Often Fortified by Art Cities: Often Fortified by Nature Cities: Often Founded and Enlarged by Blood and Rapine Cities: Often Great and Goodly Cities: Often of Great Antiquity Cities: Prosperity of, Increased by Commerce Cities: Protected at Night by Watchmen Related Terms Chariot-cities (3 Occurrences) Treasure-cities (1 Occurrence) Kiriath-jearim (17 Occurrences) Kir'iath-je'arim (18 Occurrences) Kirjath-jearim (17 Occurrences) Kirjathjearim (17 Occurrences) |
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