Bible Dictionary

Walls

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Walls were constructed boundaries of stone or other materials used to enclose cities, buildings, and compounds. In biblical settings they provided defense, separation, and protection.

Definition

Walls are constructed boundaries made to enclose or protect cities, buildings, houses, and compounds. They may provide defense, define space, and separate one area from another.

Biblical Usage

The supplied material gives no specific biblical usage beyond identifying walls as a dictionary subject.

Scripture References

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
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