Pools Of Solomon
LocationsGeographical Setting
A series of three ancient open-air cisterns located in the West Bank, historically associated with water storage and supply systems in the Judean region.
What is the meaning of Pools Of Solomon in the Bible?
The Pools of Solomon are a group of three large cisterns situated in the West Bank, traditionally identified with the waterworks constructed by King Hezekiah as recorded in 2 Chronicles 32:30 to secure Jerusalem's water supply during the Assyrian threat.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding these reservoirs clarifies the logistical scale of Hezekiah's preparations in 2 Chronicles 32, illustrating the practical engineering measures taken to ensure the city's survival against siege.
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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.