Bible Dictionary
Caphtor, Caphtorim
Caphtor and the Caphtorim refer to the region and people connected with the Philistines’ early homeland.
Definition
Caphtor denotes the primitive seat of the Philistines, while Caphtorim refers to the people connected with that region. The name is associated with a crown or chaplet.
Biblical Usage
Caphtor is mentioned as the Philistines’ early homeland, and the Philistines are once called Caphtorim.
Historical Background
The region has been supposed to lie in Egypt or near Egypt in Africa.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(a crown), thrice mentioned as the primitive seat of the Philistines, (2:23; Jeremiah 47:4; Amos 9:7) who are once called Caphtorim . (2:23) Supposed to be in Egypt, or near to it in Africa.