Eila

/ˈeɪlə/ noun

Definition

An ancient biblical port city, also known as Elath, located at the northern tip of the Red Sea.

Etymology

From Hebrew origin, the biblical name for an ancient city in the region of present-day Israel/Palestine, historically important for trade and maritime access.

Kelly Says

This ancient harbor was literally a gateway to the world for early Israel—controlling it meant controlling access to African trade routes, spices, and exotic goods that made kingdoms wealthy and powerful.

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