The term "Shilonite" refers to an individual or entity associated with Shiloh, an ancient city in the land of Israel. Shiloh holds significant historical and religious importance as it was the site of the Tabernacle and the Ark of the Covenant before the establishment of Jerusalem as the central place of worship. The term "Shilonite" is used in the Bible to describe individuals connected to this sacred location.

Biblical References:

1. Ahijah the Shilonite: One of the most notable figures referred to as a Shilonite is Ahijah, a prophet during the reign of Solomon and Jeroboam. Ahijah played a crucial role in the division of the united monarchy of Israel. In 1 Kings 11:29-31 , it is recorded: "At that time, when Jeroboam went out of Jerusalem, the prophet Ahijah the Shilonite met him on the road, wearing a new cloak. And the two of them were alone in the open field. And Ahijah took hold of the new cloak he was wearing, tore it into twelve pieces, and said to Jeroboam, 'Take ten pieces for yourself, for this is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘Behold, I will tear the kingdom out of the hand of Solomon and give you ten tribes.’"

2. Connection to Shiloh: The city of Shiloh, where Ahijah hailed from, was a central place of worship and the religious capital of Israel before the construction of the Temple in Jerusalem. It was here that the Tabernacle was set up after the Israelites entered the Promised Land, as described in Joshua 18:1 : "Then the whole congregation of the Israelites assembled at Shiloh and set up the Tent of Meeting there. And the land was subdued before them."

3. Symbolism and Prophecy: The name "Shilonite" also carries prophetic significance. The term "Shiloh" is sometimes interpreted as a messianic title, as seen in Genesis 49:10 : "The scepter will not depart from Judah, nor the staff from between his feet, until Shiloh comes and the allegiance of the nations is his." This passage has been traditionally understood by many Christian theologians as a prophecy concerning the coming of the Messiah, who would bring peace and gather the nations.

Historical and Theological Significance:

The Shilonite, particularly in the person of Ahijah, represents a pivotal moment in Israel's history, marking the transition from a united kingdom under Solomon to a divided monarchy. Ahijah's prophecy to Jeroboam set the stage for the northern kingdom of Israel's separation from Judah. This division had lasting implications for the history and spiritual life of the Israelites.

The association with Shiloh underscores the deep religious roots and the centrality of worship in the life of Israel. Shiloh, as the initial resting place of the Ark, symbolizes God's presence among His people and serves as a reminder of the covenant relationship between God and Israel.

In summary, the Shilonite, through figures like Ahijah and the symbolic significance of Shiloh, highlights themes of prophecy, divine intervention, and the unfolding of God's plan for His people throughout biblical history.The Shilonite

that is, the native or resident of Shiloh; a title ascribed only to Ahijah. (1 Kings 11:29; 12:15; 15:29; 2 Chronicles 9:29; 10:15)

7888. Shiloni -- inhab. of Shiloh
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The Rending of the Kingdom
... of Nebat "the same Jeroboam who during Solomon's reign had been known as "a mighty
man of valor," and to whom the prophet Ahijah the Shilonite had delivered ...
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National Apostasy
... slain, with all his kindred in the line of succession, "according unto the saying
of the Lord, which He spake by His servant Ahijah the Shilonite: because of ...
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The New Garment Bent
... And it came to pass at that time when Jeroboam went out of Jerusalem, that the prophet
Ahijah the Shilonite found him in the way; and he had clad himself with ...
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How to Split a Kingdom
... hearkened not unto the people; for the cause was from the Lord, that He might perform
His saying, which the Lord spake by Ahijah the Shilonite unto Jeroboam ...
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God Does Whatsoever He Wills in the Hearts of Even Wicked Men.
... not unto the people; for the turning was from the Lord, that He might perform His
saying, which the Lord spake to Ahijah the Shilonite concerning Jeroboam the ...
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Formation and History of the Hebrew Canon.
... and the book of Gad the seer" (1:Chron.29:29); for the reign of Solomon, "the book
of Nathan the prophet, the prophecy of Ahijah the Shilonite," and "the ...
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The Jewish Institutions and Laws of Far Higher Antiquity than the ...
... In his reign, the kingdom being divided, Jeroboam, of the tribe of Ephraim, the
servant of Solomon, reigned in Samaria; and Achias the Shilonite continued to ...
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A Look into the Hebrew Bible.
... the rest of the acts of Solomon, first and last, are they not written in the History
of Nathan the Prophet, and in the Prophecy of Abijah the Shilonite, and in ...
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Matt. Ii. 16
... 9:29, where it is said that certain of the acts of Solomon were written in the book
of Nathan the prophet, and in the prophecy of Ahijah the Shilonite; and in ...
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"This Thing is from Me"
... man. 15, 16. That he might perform his saying, which the LORD spake by Ahijah
the Shilonite unto Jeroboam the Son of Nebat. So when ...
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