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Rivers of Judah

Places & Geography • Old Testament
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The rivers of Judah were the watercourses or streams of Judea, pictured as bringing refreshment and blessing.

Definition

The rivers of Judah refers to the watercourses or streams of Judea.

Biblical Usage

In Joel 3:18 the rivers of Judah form part of the prophetic picture of refreshment and blessing.

Historical Background

The expression refers to Judea’s watercourses rather than to one particular perennial river.

Scripture References

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Easton's Bible Dictionary
(Joel 3:18), the watercourses of Judea.
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