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fountain, spring

Definition:

The terms "fountain" and "spring" usually refer to a large amount of water that flows out naturally from the ground.

  • These words are also used figuratively in the Bible to refer to blessings flowing from God or to refer to something that cleanses and purifies.
  • In modern times, a fountain is often a manmade object that has water flowing out of it, such as a drinking fountain. Make sure that the translation of this term refers to a natural source of flowing water.
  • Compare the translation of this term with how the term "flood" is translated.

(See also: flood)

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