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Eden, garden of Eden

Facts:

In ancient times, Eden was a region that had a garden where God placed the first man and woman to live.

  • The garden where Adam and Eve lived was only part of Eden.
  • The exact location of the region of Eden is not certain, but the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers were flowing through it.
  • The word "Eden" comes from a Hebrew word meaning to "take great delight in."

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(See also: Adam, Euphrates River, Eve)

Bible References:

Word Data:

  • Strong's: H5729, H5731