Topical Encyclopedia The Gihon is one of the four rivers mentioned in the biblical account of the Garden of Eden, as described in the Book of Genesis. According to Genesis 2:10-14 , "A river flowed out of Eden to water the garden, and from there it branched into four headwaters: The name of the first is Pishon; it winds through the whole land of Havilah, where there is gold. The gold of that land is pure, and bdellium and onyx are found there. The name of the second river is Gihon; it winds through the whole land of Cush."The identification and geographical location of the Gihon have been subjects of much debate and speculation among scholars and theologians. The text indicates that the Gihon "winds through the whole land of Cush." Traditionally, Cush has been associated with regions in Africa, particularly areas south of Egypt, which complicates the identification of the Gihon with any known river in that region. Some have proposed that the Gihon could be a reference to the Nile River, given its proximity to the land historically known as Cush. In Jewish and Christian traditions, the Gihon is often seen as a symbol of life and sustenance, as it is one of the rivers that nourished the paradisiacal Garden of Eden. The river's mention in the context of Eden underscores the abundance and divine provision associated with the garden, a place of perfect harmony and communion with God. The Gihon is also mentioned in the context of King Solomon's anointing as king. In 1 Kings 1:33-34 , King David instructs, "Take with you the servants of your lord and have Solomon my son mount my own mule and take him down to Gihon. There Zadok the priest and Nathan the prophet are to anoint him king over Israel." This reference to Gihon is generally understood to be a different location, likely a spring near Jerusalem, known as the Gihon Spring, which served as a crucial water source for the city. The dual mention of Gihon in both the Genesis account and the narrative of Solomon's anointing highlights the river's symbolic importance in the biblical narrative. It represents both the life-giving properties of water in the creation account and the divine sanction and legitimacy of Solomon's kingship in Israel's history. Throughout biblical literature, rivers often symbolize life, fertility, and divine blessing. The Gihon, as part of the Edenic rivers, contributes to this imagery, reinforcing the themes of divine provision and the ideal state of creation before the fall of man. Torrey's Topical Textbook Genesis 2:13And the name of the second river is Gihon: the same is it that compasses the whole land of Ethiopia. Torrey's Topical Textbook Strong's Hebrew 1521. Gichon -- "a bursting forth," one of the rivers of Eden ...... Word Origin from giach Definition "a bursting forth," one of the rivers of Eden, also a spring near Jer. NASB Word Usage Gihon (6). Gihon. ... /hebrew/1521.htm - 6k Library On the Creation of the World The Beauty of Paradise. Letter Li. From Epiphanius, Bishop of Salamis, in Cyprus, to John ... Genesis. Epistle xiii. --To Hierax, a Bishop in Egypt. Letter vii. --For 335. Easter-Day iv Pharmuthi, iii Kal. April; xx ... Chapter ii From the Talmud and Hebraica Letter Lv. Replies to Questions of Januarius. The Ecclesiastical Writers. By "The Fathers" we Understand the ... Resources What is the meaning of wormwood in Revelation? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the meaning of Pishon in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org What does it mean to be doers of the Word in James 1:22? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Rivers of Canaan Abounded With Fish Rivers of People Flying from Judgments Rivers of the Abundance of Grace in Christ Rivers of the Gifts and Graces of the Holy Spirit Rivers: (Drying up of) of God's Judgments Rivers: (Fruitfulness of Trees Planted By) of the Permanent Rivers: (Overflowing of) God's Judgments Rivers: (Steady Course of) Peace of Saints Rivers: Banks of Covered With Flags Rivers: Banks of Frequented by Doves Rivers: Banks of Frequented by Wild Beasts Rivers: Banks of Frequently Overflowed Rivers: Banks of Peculiarly Fruitful Rivers: Banks of Places of Common Resort Rivers: Banks of Planted With Trees Rivers: Baptism often Performed In Rivers: Cities often Built Beside Rivers: Gardens often Made Beside Rivers: God's Power Over, Unlimited Rivers: Many, Fordable in some Places Rivers: Often the Boundaries of Kingdoms Rivers: Parted Into Many Streams Rivers: Useful For: Promoting Vegetation Rivers: Useful For: Supplying Drink to the People Related Terms |
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