Furnaces, Tower Of The
LocationsGeographical Setting
A specific section of the Jerusalem city wall identified in the Book of Nehemiah as being adjacent to the house of Azazel.
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The Tower of Furnaces is a structural element of the Jerusalem fortifications mentioned in Nehemiah 3:11, situated near the house of Azazel.
What is the meaning of Furnaces, Tower Of The in the Bible?
The Tower of Furnaces is a structural element of the Jerusalem fortifications mentioned in Nehemiah 3:11, situated near the house of Azazel.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying this location helps readers visualize the specific sequence of repairs and the defensive layout of Jerusalem during the post-exilic period.
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