Dessau
LocationsGeographical Setting
Dessau is a city in central Germany, historically significant as the residence of the Dukes of Anhalt-Dessau and the site of the Bauhaus school.
âš¡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)
Dessau is a location referenced in biblical texts, with the Revised Version translating the name as Lessau.
What is the meaning of Dessau in the Bible?
Dessau is a location referenced in biblical texts, with the Revised Version translating the name as Lessau.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing the variation in transliteration between different biblical versions aids in accurately locating and understanding the geographical context of ancient Near Eastern narratives.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
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Source Attribution & Provenance
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE) and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been editorially modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and formatted for fast contextual reference.