Jezreel, Blood Of
LocationsGeographical Setting
An ancient fortified city in the Jezreel Valley that served as a key administrative and military center for the Northern Kingdom of Israel.
What is the meaning of Jezreel, Blood Of in the Bible?
Jezreel is an ancient city located in the Jezreel Valley of northern Israel. It served as a strategic royal residence and administrative center for the Northern Kingdom.
SIGNIFICANCE
The phrase 'Blood of Jezreel' refers to the violent political purges and dynastic conflicts associated with the Omride and Jehu dynasties. It highlights the site's historical association with royal instability and judicial execution.
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Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.