Bible Dictionary
WAYMARK
A waymark is a sign, guidepost, or other marker placed along a road to indicate the route. Jeremiah uses the image in calling Israel to mark the way back.
Definition
A waymark is a sign, guidepost, or other marker placed beside a highway to indicate the route. It provides guidance to travelers and identifies the way to be followed.
Biblical Usage
Jeremiah’s command to set up waymarks is explained by the parallel command to make guideposts. The image calls attention to marking the route for return.
Historical Background
The underlying term means a sign or guiding mark on a highway.
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>wa'-mark (tsyun): In Jer 31:21, "Set thee up waymarks," explained by the parallel, "Make thee guide-posts" (the King James Version "Make thee high heaps"). A sign or guiding mark on the highway.</p>