Shiloh

The name of a revered city (Josh. 18:1), Shiloh is also a name used prophetically of Christ (Gen. 49:10). Meaning “one who pacifies,” this name speaks of Christ as the Peacemaker. Christ not only provided peace by His cross and proclaimed peace, He is peace personified. He is our peace. Peace then, is not something but Someone.

A few writers suggest that Shiloh means, “He whose right it is.” Such an interpretation, however, is not far removed from the above meaning since the right or prerogative to usher in a reign of peace is Christ’s (Ezek. 21:27). During His millennial reign, the name of Christ will be as ointment poured forth.