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Pillow

/PIL-oh/

Summary

Pillows in Scripture refer to various forms of head rests, from stones used in the wilderness to cushions on boats and beds.

Biblical References

Jacob used a stone for his pillow at Bethel when he dreamed of the ladder to heaven. The Hebrew term can also refer to the bolster where Saul's spear was stuck near his head. Jesus slept on a cushion in the boat during the storm on Galilee. Ezekiel condemned false prophetesses who 'sew pillows' as part of their deceptive practices.

Key verses:Genesis 28:11Genesis 28:181 Samuel 26:7Mark 4:38Ezekiel 13:18

Related Verses8 mentions

1 Samuel· 3 verses

Genesis· 2 verses

Ezekiel· 2 verses

Mark· 1 verse

References

  1. 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Pillow," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. VIII (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).