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The Jezreel Valley
Naming the Valley
Jezreel Valley, known in Hebrew as “the Valley of
God’s Saving, is most often referred to as
“Ha’Emek – The Valley.”
Naming the Valley 2
Named after the biblical city of Yizre’el, which served
as a home in the winter for the monarchy.
Flourished under King Omri.
Destroyed by Tiglath-Pulesar III in 732 BC.
Where is this Place?
The Jezreel Valley is Israel’s largest valley and is
located between Samaria in the South and Galilee
in the north.
Guarded by Megiddo (Armageddon) on the
southwest and Mt Tabor in the northeast.
Nazareth overlooks the valley from the north.
Map of Galilee
There is some dispute about the name
of the valley. The question is whether
the Jezreel Valley refers to the entire
valley or just a part of it.
About the Valley…
• 15 miles north to south and 30 miles west to
east.
• Kishor River to the west, Harod River to the
east.
• Agricultural heartland of the country.
Biblical Relevance
Primary cities in biblical times: Meggido, Yizre’el, & Beit Shean
Main passages involving the Jezreel Valley:
*Naboth and his vineyard
*Armageddon
*Many great battles
Important Facts about Israel
Population: 5.9 million
Size: 7, 850 sq miles, about the size of New Jersey
Climate: Temperate, except in desert areas
Ethnic Groups: Jewish – 4.7 million
Non-Jewish – 1.2 million
GDP: $98 billion
Agriculture: Citrus and other fruits, vegetables, beef, dairy