Topical Encyclopedia Moab, a region located east of the Dead Sea, is frequently mentioned in the Bible for its association with wine production. The land of Moab was known for its fertile soil and favorable climate, which contributed to the cultivation of vineyards and the production of wine. This region's wine was highly regarded in ancient times, and its significance is highlighted in several biblical passages.One of the most notable references to Moab's wine is found in the book of Isaiah. The prophet Isaiah speaks of the destruction that will come upon Moab, emphasizing the loss of its vineyards and the cessation of wine production. Isaiah 16:8-10 states: "The fields of Heshbon have withered, the vines of Sibmah as well. The rulers of the nations have trampled the choicest vines, which once reached Jazer and spread toward the desert. Their shoots spread out and reached the sea. So I weep with Jazer for the vines of Sibmah. I drench you with my tears, O Heshbon and Elealeh, for the shouts of joy over your summer fruit and your harvest have fallen silent. Joy and gladness are removed from the orchards; no one sings or shouts in the vineyards. No treader treads out wine in the presses; I have put an end to the cheering." This passage illustrates the prominence of Moab's vineyards and the lamentation over their destruction. The imagery of the vines spreading and reaching far distances signifies the abundance and quality of Moab's wine. The cessation of wine production is portrayed as a significant loss, affecting not only the economy but also the cultural and social aspects of Moabite life. Jeremiah also prophesies about Moab's downfall, linking it to the cessation of wine production. In Jeremiah 48:32-33 , the prophet declares: "I will weep for you, O vine of Sibmah, more than for Jazer. Your branches spread to the sea; they reached as far as the sea of Jazer. The destroyer has fallen on your summer fruit and grape harvest. Joy and gladness are removed from the fruitful field and from the land of Moab. I have stopped the flow of wine from the winepresses; no one treads them with shouts of joy. Their shouting is not a shout of joy." These prophetic declarations underscore the importance of wine in Moab and the impact of its loss. The cessation of wine production is depicted as a divine judgment, reflecting the broader theme of Moab's impending doom due to its pride and idolatry. In addition to its prophetic significance, Moab's wine is also mentioned in the context of trade and commerce. The region's wine was likely a valuable commodity, traded with neighboring nations and contributing to Moab's wealth and influence. Overall, Moab's reputation for wine production is well-documented in the Bible, serving as a symbol of both prosperity and divine judgment. The biblical narrative highlights the centrality of wine in Moab's culture and economy, while also using its destruction as a metaphor for the nation's downfall. Torrey's Topical Textbook Isaiah 16:8-10For the fields of Heshbon languish, and the vine of Sibmah: the lords of the heathen have broken down the principal plants thereof, they are come even to Jazer, they wandered through the wilderness: her branches are stretched out, they are gone over the sea. Torrey's Topical Textbook Jeremiah 48:32,33 Library Of Preparation. The Book of Jubilees Sennacherib (705-681 BC ) Syria at the Beginning of the Egyptian Conquest Sargon of Assyria (722-705 BC ) And ii. The Blessing of Jacob Upon Judah. (Gen. Xlix. 8-10. ) The Assyrian Revival and the Struggle for Syria Tiglath-Pileser iii. And the Organisation of the Assyrian Empire ... Fifthly, as this Revelation, to the Judgment of Right and Sober ... 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