Bible Dictionary
Lahairoi
Lahairoi was the name of the well associated with Hagar’s relief from God. Isaac later lived near this well, which was located in the region southwest of Beersheba.
Definition
Lahairoi, meaning “well of the living God,” was the well associated with Hagar’s relief. Isaac later lived near it in an oasis of verdure.
Biblical Usage
The well is mentioned in connection with Isaac’s residence and with the earlier account of Hagar’s relief from God.
Historical Background
Lahairoi was located southwest of Beersheba. It was associated with a well and the fertile area surrounding it.
Scripture References
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(well of the living God), The well. In this form is given in the Authorized Version of (Genesis 24:62) and Genesis25:11 The name of the famous well of Hagar’s relief, in the oasis of verdure round which Isaac afterward resided. It was southwest of Beersheba.