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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Migdal-Eder</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/m/migdal-eder.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/genesis/35-21.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/m/migdal-eder.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Migdal-Eder</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/m/migdaleder.htm" title="Migdaleder">◄</a> Migdal-Eder <a href="/topical/m/migdalel.htm" title="Migdalel">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#isb" title="International Standard Bible Encyclopedia">ISBE</a> • <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#heb" title="Strong's Hebrew Concordance">Hebrew</a> • <a href="#lib" title="Library">Library</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>Migdal-eder, meaning "Tower of the Flock" in Hebrew, is a location mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the book of Genesis. It is traditionally associated with the region near Bethlehem, a significant area in biblical history.<br><br><b>Biblical References:</b><br><br>The primary reference to Migdal-eder is found in <a href="/genesis/35-21.htm">Genesis 35:21</a>: "Israel moved on again and pitched his tent beyond the tower of Eder." . This passage occurs after the death of Rachel, Jacob's beloved wife, and the birth of Benjamin. Jacob, also known as Israel, is journeying back to his father Isaac in Hebron. The mention of Migdal-eder in this context suggests it was a known landmark or location during the patriarchal period.<br><br><b>Historical and Geographical Context:</b><br><br>Migdal-eder is traditionally identified with a site near Bethlehem, which is approximately five miles south of Jerusalem. The area is historically pastoral, known for its fields and shepherds. This aligns with the meaning of Migdal-eder as "Tower of the Flock," suggesting it may have been a watchtower used by shepherds to oversee their flocks.<br><br><b>Theological Significance:</b><br><br>In Jewish tradition, Migdal-eder holds messianic significance. The Targum Jonathan, an ancient Aramaic paraphrase of the Hebrew Bible, suggests that the Messiah would be revealed from Migdal-eder. This tradition is rooted in the prophecy of <a href="/micah/4-8.htm">Micah 4:8</a>, which states, "As for you, O watchtower of the flock, O stronghold of the Daughter of Zion, the former dominion will be restored to you; kingship will come to the Daughter of Jerusalem." . This verse is often interpreted as a messianic prophecy, linking Migdal-eder to the coming of a future king.<br><br><b>Connection to the Birth of Jesus:</b><br><br>Christian tradition also associates Migdal-eder with the birth of Jesus Christ. The Gospel of Luke describes the announcement of Jesus' birth to shepherds in the fields near Bethlehem (<a href="/luke/2-8.htm">Luke 2:8-12</a>). Some scholars and theologians propose that these fields were in the vicinity of Migdal-eder, thus connecting the location with the nativity account. This connection is seen as a fulfillment of the messianic expectations tied to Migdal-eder, as Jesus is recognized as the Good Shepherd and the prophesied King.<br><br><b>Cultural and Symbolic Interpretations:</b><br><br>Migdal-eder symbolizes vigilance and protection, as a tower would provide a vantage point for watching over flocks. In a broader spiritual sense, it represents God's watchful care over His people, a theme prevalent throughout Scripture. The imagery of shepherds and flocks is frequently used in the Bible to describe the relationship between God and His people, with God as the Shepherd guiding and protecting His flock.<br><br>In summary, Migdal-eder is a significant biblical location with rich historical, theological, and symbolic meanings. Its mention in Genesis and its associations with messianic prophecies and the nativity account highlight its importance in biblical narrative and tradition.<a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">MIGDAL-EDER</span><p>mig-dal-e-der.<br><br>See <a href="../e/eder.htm">EDER</a>.<p><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/4029.htm"><span class="l">4029. <b>Migdal</b>-<b>eder</b> -- "flock tower," a tower near Bethlehem</span></a><br><b>Migdal</b>-<b>eder</b>. 4028, 4029. <b>Migdal</b>-<b>eder</b>. 4030 . "flock tower," a tower near<br> Bethlehem. Transliteration: <b>Migdal</b>-<b>eder</b> Phonetic Spelling <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/4029.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/edersheim/the_life_and_times_of_jesus_the_messiah/chapter_vi_the_nativity_of.htm"><span class="l">The Nativity of Jesus the Messiah.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Equally so was the belief, that He was to be revealed from <b>Migdal Eder</b>, the tower<br> of the flock.' [950] This <b>Migdal Eder</b> was not the watchtower for the ordinary <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter vi the nativity of.htm</font><p><a href="/library/leupold/exposition_of_genesis_volume_1/chapter_xxxv.htm"><span class="l">Chapter xxxv</span></a> <br><b>...</b> And Jacob set up a pillar at her grave. This is the pillar of the grave of Rachel<br> until this day. But Israel moved on and pitched his tent beyond <b>Migdaleder</b>. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/...//christianbookshelf.org/leupold/exposition of genesis volume 1/chapter xxxv.htm</font><p><a href="/library/edersheim/sketches_of_jewish_social_life/chapter_5_in_judaea.htm"><span class="l">In Judaea</span></a> <br><b>...</b> alone of all in or near Bethlehem were "keeping watch." For, close by Bethlehem,<br> on the road to Jerusalem, was a tower, known as <b>Migdal Eder</b>, the "watch-tower <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../edersheim/sketches of jewish social life/chapter 5 in judaea.htm</font><p><a href="/library/leupold/exposition_of_genesis_volume_1/chapter_xxxiv.htm"><span class="l">Chapter xxxiv</span></a> <br><b>...</b> And Jacob set up a pillar at her grave. This is the pillar of the grave of Rachel<br> until this day. But Israel moved on and pitched his tent beyond <b>Migdaleder</b>. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../christianbookshelf.org/leupold/exposition of genesis volume 1/chapter xxxiv.htm</font><p><a href="/library/edersheim/the_life_and_times_of_jesus_the_messiah/index_i_of_subjects.htm"><span class="l">Index i. Of Subjects</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Midrash, the, origin of, i.11, 21; subject of, 94, 102. <b>Migdal Eder</b>, prophecy<br> concerning, i.186, 187. Minim, Siphrey, i.23, 33. Miracles <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../edersheim/the life and times of jesus the messiah/index i of subjects.htm</font><p><a href="/library/hengstenberg/christology_of_the_old_testament/chap_i_and_ii.htm"><span class="l">And ii.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> is not a tower which stands near the Sheep-gate, but a tower which is erected for<br> the protection of the flock, as is clearly seen from <b>Migdal Eder</b> in Genesis. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../hengstenberg/christology of the old testament/chap i and ii.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/m/migdaleder.htm"><span class="l"><b>Migdaleder</b></span></a><br><b>Migdaleder</b>. Migdal-Edar, <b>Migdaleder</b>. <b>Migdal</b>-<b>eder</b> . Int. Standard Bible<br> Encyclopedia <b>...</b> See EDER. Migdal-Edar, <b>Migdaleder</b>. <b>Migdal</b>-<b>eder</b> . Reference Bible. <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/migdaleder.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/migdal-eder.htm"><span class="l"><b>Migdal</b>-<b>eder</b> (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>Migdal</b>-<b>eder</b>. <b>Migdaleder</b>, <b>Migdal</b>-<b>eder</b>. Migdalel . Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia<br><b>MIGDAL</b>-<b>EDER</b>. <b>...</b> (See JPS). <b>Migdaleder</b>, <b>Migdal</b>-<b>eder</b>. Migdalel . Reference <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/migdal-eder.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/e/eder.htm"><span class="l">Eder (6 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> far west. (2) Eder (the King James Version Edar) or better <b>Migdal</b><b>Eder</b>, mighdal<br> `edher, "the tower of the flock"; Gader. After Rachel <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/e/eder.htm - 10k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/migdal.htm"><span class="l">Migdal (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance Migdal (3 Occurrences). Genesis 35:21 And Israel journeyed,<br> and spread his tent on the other side of <b>Migdal</b>-<b>Eder</b>. (DBY JPS NIV). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/migdal.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/migdalel.htm"><span class="l">Migdalel (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/migdalel.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/migdal-edar.htm"><span class="l">Migdal-Edar</span></a><br>Migdal-Edar. MigdalEdar, Migdal-Edar. <b>Migdaleder</b> . Easton's Bible Dictionary <b>...</b><br> (see EDAR.). MigdalEdar, Migdal-Edar. <b>Migdaleder</b> . Reference Bible. <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/migdal-edar.htm - 6k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/where-was-Jesus-born.html">Where was Jesus born? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/star-of-David.html">What is the Star of David and is it biblical? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/life-Jacob.html">Who was Jacob in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Migdal-eder (2 Occurrences)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/genesis/35-21.htm">Genesis 35:21</a></span><br />And Israel journeyed, and spread his tent on the other side of <span class="boldtext">Migdal-Eder</span>. <br /><span class="source">(DBY JPS)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/micah/4-8.htm">Micah 4:8</a></span><br />And thou, O tower of the flock, the hill of the daughter of Zion, unto thee shall it come, yea, the former dominion shall come, the kingdom of the daughter of Jerusalem. <br /><span class="source">(See JPS)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/m/migdal-eder.htm">Migdal-Eder</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/migdal-el.htm">Migdal-el (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/migdal-eder.htm">Migdal-eder (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/bethanath.htm">Bethanath (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/bethshemesh.htm">Bethshemesh (19 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/m/migdaleder.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Migdaleder"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Migdaleder" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/m/migdalel.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Migdalel"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Migdalel" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>