En Gedi
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Definition
En Gedi was the name of a city in the wilderness of Judah southeast of Jerusalem.
- En Gedi was located on the western bank of the Salt Sea.
- Part of its name means “fountain,” referring to a spring which watered the city.
- En Gedi was known for having beautiful vineyards and other fertile land, probably due to the continual watering by the spring of water.
- There were strongholds in En Gedi which David fled to when he was being chased by King Saul.
(See also: David, desert, fountain, Judah, rest, Salt Sea, Saul (OT), stronghold, vineyard)
Bible References
Word Data
- Strong’s: H5872
People and places
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