Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Horeb
Proper Noun
/ˈhɔːr.ɛb/
Definition
Horeb is often identified as a mountain range in the Sinai Peninsula, traditionally associated with the biblical events involving Moses and the receiving of the Ten Commandments.
Examples
- According to the Book of Exodus, Moses encountered God at Mount Horeb.
- The people of Israel camped at the foot of Horeb during their exodus from Egypt.
- Many scholars believe that Horeb and Sinai refer to the same location.
Meaning
In historical and religious contexts, Horeb is seen as a significant location where God communicated with Moses and the Israelites.
Synonyms
- Mount Sinai
- Mountain of God
- Place of the Covenant
