Sepulchre
LocationsGeographical Setting
A rock-cut tomb structure in Jerusalem traditionally identified as the burial site of Jesus of Nazareth.
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The sepulchre denotes a tomb or burial chamber, with specific biblical references to the tombs of kings and notable individuals, particularly within the context of Jerusalem.
What is the meaning of Sepulchre in the Bible?
The sepulchre denotes a tomb or burial chamber, with specific biblical references to the tombs of kings and notable individuals, particularly within the context of Jerusalem.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding the physical reality of sepulchres clarifies the historical context of burial customs and the narrative of resurrection in the Gospels.
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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.