watchtower, tower

Definition

The term “watchtower” refers to a tall structure built as a place from which guards could look out for any danger. These towers were often made of stone.

• Landowners sometimes built watchtowers from which they could guard their crops and protect them from being stolen.
• The towers often included rooms where the watchmen or family lived, so that they could guard the crops day and night.
• Watchtowers for cities were built higher than the city walls so that watchmen could see if any enemies were coming to attack the city.
• The term “watchtower” is also used as a symbol of protection from enemies. (See: Metaphor)

(See also: adversary, watch)

Bible References

• 1 Chronicles 27:25-27
• Ezekiel 26:3-4
• Mark 12:1-3
• Matthew 21:33-34
• Psalm 62:2

Word Data

• Strong’s: H0803, H0971, H0975, H1785, H2918, H4026, H4029, H4692, H4707, H4869, H6076, H6438, H6836, G44440