# 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](../other/flood.md))

## Bible References: ##

* [2 Peter 02:17-19](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/2pe/02/17)
* [Genesis 07:11-12](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/gen/07/11)
* [Genesis 08:1-3](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/gen/08/01)
* [Genesis 24:12-14](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/gen/24/12)
* [Genesis 24:42-44](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/gen/24/42)
* [James 03:11-12](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/jas/03/11)