James Hastings Dictionary of the Bible: Waymark

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James Hastings Dictionary of the Bible: Waymark


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WAYMARK.—In Jer_31:21 (20) ‘the virgin of Israel’ is called on to set up waymarks and make guide-posts to mark the way for the returning exiles. The Heb. word tr. [Note: translate or translation.] ‘waymark’ apparently means a small stone pillar, similar to our milestones, with an indication of routes and distances.