The Dragon Spring was a water source near Jerusalem, mentioned during Nehemiah's inspection of the city walls (Nehemiah 2:13).
Also known as Jackal Well · dragon well
The Dragon Spring was a water source located near Jerusalem, mentioned in the context of Nehemiah's inspection of the city walls (Nehemiah 2:13). During Nehemiah's nighttime survey of the damaged walls of Jerusalem, he passed by the Dragon Spring on his way to the Valley Gate and the King's Pool. The exact location of the Dragon Spring is uncertain, but it was likely situated on the eastern side of the city, possibly near the Kidron Valley. The name "Dragon Spring" may refer to the shape of the water source or to a decorative dragon-like structure associated with it. The mention of the Dragon Spring highlights the importance of water sources for ancient Jerusalem and the need to secure them as part of the city's defenses.
Approximate location: 31.777, 35.235 · view on a map · on the Bible atlas
1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H8577
So I went out at night through the Valley Gate toward the Well of the Serpent and the Dung Gate, and I inspected the walls of Jerusalem that had been broken down and the gates that had been destroyed by fire.
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