Bible Dictionary
Shrines, Silver
Silver shrines were small models or medallions representing the temple and image of Diana at Ephesus. Their manufacture was a profitable trade that was threatened by Paul’s preaching.
Definition
Silver shrines were small models or medallions representing the temple and image of Diana at Ephesus. Their manufacture formed a large and profitable business.
Biblical Usage
In Acts 19 the trade in these shrines was threatened by Paul’s preaching, because the message challenged the worship associated with Diana.
Historical Background
The shrines were manufactured and sold at Ephesus, where the business was sufficiently profitable to provoke concern over the effects of Paul’s preaching.
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Little models and medallions of the temple and image of Diana of Ephesus (Acts 19:24). The manufacture of these was a very large and profitable business.