Smith's Bible Dictionary

Return to Smith's Main Index	Easton's - Migdol Nave's - Migdol
Previous topic (Migdalgad )

Migdol

 

Migdol - (tower), the name of one of two places on the eastern frontier of Egypt.

1. A Migdol is mentioned int he account of the exodus, (Exodus 14:2; Numbers 33:7,8) near the head of the Red Sea.

2. A Migdol is spoken of by Jeremiah and Ezekiel. The latter prophet mentions it as a boundary-town, evidently on the eastern border. (Ezekiel 29:10; 30:6) In the prophecy of Jeremiah the Jews in Egypt are spoken of as dwelling at Migdol. (Jeremiah 44:1) It seems plain, from its being spoken of with Memphis, and from Jews dwelling there, that this Midgol was an important town.
   Next Topic (Migron )