Bible Dictionary
Stream of Egypt
The Stream of Egypt was the Wadi el-‘Arish, also called the Brook or River of Egypt. It formed a recognized boundary near the southwestern edge of the land of Israel.
Definition
The Stream of Egypt was the Wady el-‘Arish, also called the river or brook of Egypt. It was a natural watercourse and recognized boundary near the southwestern edge of the land associated with Israel.
Biblical Usage
The Stream of Egypt appears as a boundary in the biblical material, including references rendered “river of Egypt” or “brook of Egypt.”
Historical Background
The wadi normally marked the natural boundary of Egypt, but after heavy inland rains it could become a turbulent torrent. The later boundary between Egypt and Palestine lay about midway between el-‘Arish and Gaza.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
(Isa. 27:12), the Wady el-‘Arish, called also “the river of Egypt,” R.V., “brook of Egypt” (Num. 34:5; Josh. 15:4; 2 Kings 24:7). It is the natural boundary of Egypt. Occasionally in winter, when heavy rains have fallen among the mountains inland, it becomes a turbulent rushing torrent. The present boundary between Egypt and Palestine is about midway between el-‘Arish and Gaza.
Smith's Bible Dictionary
occurs once in the Old Testament— (Isaiah 27:12) [RIVER OF EGYPT] RIVER OF EGYPT - 3664