Meaning
Sinai is the name of a mountain and wilderness region associated with God’s covenant with Israel.
The origin and meaning of the name are uncertain.
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, Sinai is the mountain and wilderness region where the children of Israel camped after leaving Egypt.
At Sinai, God spoke to Moses, established His covenant with Israel, and gave the commandments to the nation.
Key References
- Exodus 16:1
- Exodus 19:1-25
- Exodus 24:1-18
- Exodus 31:18
- Exodus 32:1-35
- Exodus 34:1-35
- Leviticus 7:38
- Leviticus 25:1
- Numbers 1:1
- Numbers 3:1
- Numbers 10:12
- Deuteronomy 33:2
- Galatians 4:24-25
- Hebrews 12:18-21
Related Terms
- Moses
- Israel
- Covenant
- Commandments
- Horeb
- Wilderness