Pelican
Natureâš¡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)
The pelican is a bird of the genus Pelecanus, known for swallowing large quantities of fish and then disgorging them to its nestlings. It was believed by ancient people that the bird punctured its breast and fed its young with its blood.
What is the meaning of Pelican in the Bible?
The pelican is a bird of the genus Pelecanus, known for swallowing large quantities of fish and then disgorging them to its nestlings. It was believed by ancient people that the bird punctured its breast and fed its young with its blood.
SIGNIFICANCE
The pelican's unique behavior and appearance made it a significant symbol in heraldry and Christian art, representing Christ and charity.
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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.