Lexical Definition
νότος nótos (not'-os) south G:N-M
of uncertain affinity
south (wind).
- the south(-west) wind
- by extension, the southern quarter itself
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| νότου | of south | Matt.12.42 • Luke.11.31 |
Abbott-Smith
νότος, -ου, ὁ, [in LXX chiefly for נֶגֶב, also for דָּרוֹם, תֵּימָן and קָדִים;]
1. prop., the south wind: Lk 12:55, Ac 27:13 28:13.
2. South: Lk 13:29, Re 21:13.
3. the South, as a region (cf. נֶגֶב): Mt 12:42, Lk 11:31.†
Abbott-Smith References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| Matthew | 12:42 |
| Luke | 11:31 · 12:55 · 13:29 |
| Acts | 27:13 · 28:13 |
| Revelation | 21:13 |
Liddell-Scott-Jones
Greek of: שְׁבָא
νότος, ὁ,
south wind (opposed to Βορέας, [Refs 8th c.BC+]; ὅταν μὲν ἐλάττων ᾖ, αἴθριός ἐστιν, ὅταν δὲ μέγας, νεφώδης[Refs]
__2 N. personified as god of the South wind, [Refs 8th c.BC+]
__II south or south-west quarter, πρὸς μεσαμβρίης τε καὶ νότου [NT+5th c.BC+]; ἀπὸ νότου with genitive, to the south of, [Refs 2nd c.BC+], etc.; later ἐκ νότου with genitive, [Refs 3rd c.AD+], etc.: genitive νότου to the south, [Refs 2nd c.BC+]
LSJ Scripture Refs: Matt.12.42
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Sheba • Kingdom known for wealth, trade, and the Queen of Sheba
Sheba, also referred to as the South, was a kingdom known for its wealth, trade, and the visit of its queen to King Solomon (1 Ki. 10:1-13; 2 Chr. 9:1-12; Ps. 72:10, 15; Isa. 60:6; Jer. 6:20; Ezek. 27:22-23; 38:13; Luke 11:31).
Sheba, also known as the South, was an ancient kingdom located in the southern part of the Arabian Peninsula, in modern-day Yemen. It was renowned for its wealth, derived from its control of the spice and incense trade routes. The Bible mentions Sheba in connection with its trade in gold, spices, precious stones, and incense (1 Ki. 10:2, 10; 2 Chr. 9:1, 9; Ps. 72:15; Isa. 60:6; Jer. 6:20; Ezek. 27:22).
The most famous biblical account involving Sheba is the visit of the Queen of Sheba to King Solomon (1 Ki. 10:1-13; 2 Chr. 9:1-12). Intrigued by reports of Solomon's wisdom and prosperity, the queen journeyed to Jerusalem with a great caravan, bearing gifts of gold, spices, and precious stones. She tested Solomon with hard questions and was impressed by his wisdom and the splendor of his court. The queen praised Solomon and his God, acknowledging the divine source of his wisdom and success.
Sheba is also mentioned in prophetic and poetic texts, often as a symbol of distant and exotic lands (Ps. 72:10; Isa. 60:6; Ezek. 38:13). In the New Testament, Jesus refers to the Queen of the South (Sheba) as one who will rise up in judgment against those who reject His message, emphasizing her recognition of wisdom and truth (Luke 11:31).
The kingdom of Sheba played a significant role in the trade networks of the ancient Near East, and its mention in the Bible attests to its fame and influence during the biblical period.