• Lamps or torches were used in connection with marriage ceremonies (Matthew 25:1 ).

    This word is also frequently metaphorically used to denote life, welfare, guidance, etc. (2 Samuel 21:17; Psalm 119:105; Proverbs 6:23; 13:9 ).

    Copyright StatementThese dictionary topics are from M.G. Easton M.A., D.D., Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Third Edition, published by Thomas Nelson, 1897. Public Domain.

    Bibliography InformationEaston, Matthew George. Entry for 'Lamp'. Easton's Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/ebd/l/lamp.html. 1897.