Bible Dictionary
Jezreel, Ditch of
The ditch of Jezreel was the defensive trench or fortification surrounding the city, outside which Naboth was executed.
Definition
The ditch of Jezreel was the fortification or defensive trench surrounding the city.
Biblical Usage
The ditch is mentioned in connection with the place outside which Naboth was executed.
Historical Background
It formed part of the city’s defenses and lay beyond the area where Naboth was put to death.
Scripture References
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
(1 Kings 21:23; comp. 13), the fortification surrounding the city, outside of which Naboth was executed.