Bible dictionary for children
Well
A well reaches a source of water below the ground.
In simple words
What does it mean?
A well reaches a source of water below the ground. People draw water from it, often using a container and rope.
Talk about it
Why would a well be an important meeting place?
An example from the Bible
John 4 places Jesus and the Samaritan woman at Jacob's well. Their ordinary need for water begins a conversation about God's gift.
Read John 4:6 ↗A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
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Related reading: John 4:6
Jacob’s well was there. Jesus therefore, being tired from his journey, sat down by the well. It was about the sixth hour.Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
