Bible Dictionary
Eleloheisrael
Eleloheisrael, meaning “God, the God of Israel,” was the name Jacob gave to the altar he built near Shechem.
Definition
Eleloheisrael means “God, the God of Israel.” It was the name Jacob gave to the altar he built facing the city of Shechem.
Biblical Usage
The name identifies Jacob’s altar by confessing the God of Israel, whom Jacob worshiped at that place.
Historical Background
The altar was erected near Shechem.
Scripture References
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(God, the God of Israel), the name bestowed by Jacob on the altar which he erected facing the city of Shechem. (Genesis 33:19,20)