The Rivers in Israel mentioned in the Bible include: Abana, Arnon, Chebar, Cherith, River of Egypt, Euphrates, Gihon, Hiddekel, Jabbok, Jordan, Kanah, Kidron, Kishon, Pharpar, Pison, Zared.

Map of the natural features of the land of Israel during the period of the Old Testament. The map shows rivers, lakes, and brooks in ancient Israel.

Apr 2, 2025 · Because of its great length and central location, the Jordan River is mentioned in the Bible over 185 times. The Jordan River is mentioned indirectly in Genesis 13, where Lot and Abraham are …

They shall come with weeping; and with petitions will I lead them: I will cause them to walk by rivers of waters, in a straight way in which they shall not stumble; for I am a father to Israel, and Ephraim is …

Most famously, the book of Joshua claims that after the exodus from Egypt, Joshua led the Israelite fugitives across the Jordan River into Canaan (Josh 3-4). This conquest narrative became a key idea …

During the reign of King David, the kingdom of Israel included the land from the Euphrates River in the east to the River of Egypt in the west. Under King Solomon, the kingdom of Israel was at its peak …

Dec 6, 2023 · In my studies, I’ve explored various significant rivers in the scriptures like the Jordan, Nile, Tigris, and Euphrates. These biblical rivers not only anchored key events in scripture but provided life …

Nov 24, 2023 · Biblical Significance: Old Testament In the Old Testament, the Jordan River is a recurring theme, featured prominently in several narratives and playing a vital role in Israel’s history.

Dec 9, 2024 · While the Jordan River is the most prominent, several other rivers are notable in biblical accounts. The Euphrates and Tigris Rivers, two major rivers of Mesopotamia, are mentioned …

From the earliest efforts at permanent settlement in the Ancient Near East, people were attracted to the rivers and streams that ultimately would dictate population distribution between the mountains, …