1. The Jezreel Valley

2. 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

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. 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

8. 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