Meaning
Pithom is a place name of uncertain meaning. It was a treasure city in Egypt built for Pharaoh by the Israelites.
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, Pithom is one of the two treasure cities that the Israelites were forced to build for Pharaoh during their oppression in Egypt.
It is mentioned together with Raamses in the account of the Egyptian oppression of Israel.
Key References
- Exodus 1:8-14
Related Terms
- Raamses
- Egypt
- Pharaoh
- Israel
- Treasure City