Etymology and Location:
Enon, derived from the Hebrew word "Ain," meaning "spring" or "fountain," is a location mentioned in the New Testament. It is noted for its abundant water sources, which made it suitable for baptisms. Enon is situated near Salim, although its exact historical location remains uncertain. Scholars suggest it may have been located in the Jordan Valley, possibly near the modern-day village of Ainun.

Biblical Reference:
Enon is mentioned in the Gospel of John, specifically in John 3:23: "Now John was also baptizing at Aenon near Salim, because there was plenty of water, and people were coming and being baptized." . This passage highlights the significance of Enon as a site for baptism due to its plentiful water supply, which was essential for the immersion practice of baptism.

Historical and Theological Significance:
Enon holds historical importance as a site associated with John the Baptist's ministry. John the Baptist, a pivotal figure in the New Testament, is known for his role in preparing the way for Jesus Christ through his preaching of repentance and the practice of baptism. The choice of Enon for baptisms underscores the practical considerations of John's ministry, as the availability of water was crucial for the large numbers of people coming to be baptized.

Theologically, Enon represents the broader theme of purification and repentance in the Christian faith. Baptism, as practiced by John, symbolized the washing away of sins and the preparation of one's heart for the coming of the Messiah. Enon's abundant waters serve as a metaphor for the cleansing and renewal offered through repentance and faith.

Cultural Context:
In the cultural context of the time, water was a precious resource, and locations with abundant water were highly valued. The practice of baptism by immersion required significant water, making Enon an ideal location for John's ministry. The presence of water also symbolizes life and renewal, themes that resonate deeply within the Christian tradition.

Archaeological Insights:
While the precise location of Enon remains a topic of debate among scholars, archaeological efforts have sought to identify sites that match the biblical description. Some propose that Enon was located in the region of Samaria, while others suggest a location closer to the Jordan River. Despite the lack of definitive archaeological evidence, the search for Enon continues to intrigue scholars and theologians alike.

Conclusion:
Enon, as a site of baptism in the New Testament, holds a place of significance in the Christian narrative. Its mention in the Gospel of John highlights the practical and symbolic aspects of baptism in the early Christian community. Through its association with John the Baptist, Enon serves as a reminder of the call to repentance and the transformative power of faith in Jesus Christ.Enon

cloud; mass of darkness; fountain; eye

Enon

(springs), a place "near to Salim," at which John baptized. (John 3:23) It was evidently west of the Jordan, comp. (John 3:22) with John 3:26 and with John 1:28 And abounded in water. This is indicated by the name, which is merely a Greek version of a Chaldee word signifying "springs." AEnon is given in the Onomasticon as eight miles south of Scythopolis, "near Salem and the Jordan."

Enon

The place where John baptized, was near Salim, on the west side of the Jordan, John 1:28; 3:26. It is supposed to have been eight or ten miles south of Beth-shean, and near the Jordan.

2703. Chatsar Enon -- a place on the NE border of Canaan
Chatsar Enon. 2702, 2703. Chatsar Enon. 2704 . a place on the NE border
of Canaan. Transliteration: Chatsar Enon Phonetic Spelling ...
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Lessons.
... on that occasion, had to escape the vengeance of the Jews in Jerusalem by a temporary
retirement to the place where John first baptized, near Enon, on the ...
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The Struggle in America, 1762-1857.
... in North Carolina (1822; Hope, in Indiana (1830); Hopedale, in Pennsylvania (1837);
Canal Dover, in Ohio (1840); West Salem, in Illinois 1844; Enon, in Indiana ...
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Rom. I. 26, 27
... Amen. Footnotes: [1223] 3 mss. tauta de (boulomeno) amphotera ouk enon (katorthoun).
(Sav. enen) but in these one cannot succeed merely by wishing it. ...
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Books of the Hebrew Canon.
... of Uz (epi tois horiois tes Idoumaias kai Arabias), and the statements that Job's
wife was an Arab woman and that her son's name was Ennon or Enon (vl), the ...
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Enon (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Enon (2 Occurrences). John 3:23 John also was baptizing
in Enon near Salim, because there was much water there. ...
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Limit (115 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 47:17 And this is the limit from the sea in the direction of Hazar-enon;
and the limit of Damascus is to the north, and on the north is the limit of ...
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Hazar-enon (3 Occurrences)
Hazar-enon. Ha'zar-e'nan, Hazar-enon. Hazar-e'non . Multi-Version
Concordance Hazar-enon (3 Occurrences). Ezekiel 47 ...
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Hazar (12 Occurrences)
... 2. Hazar-enan: Hazar-enan (Hebrew chatsar 'enan, "village of springs": enan is Aramaic;
Once (Ezekiel 47:17) it is called Enon), a place, unidentified, at the ...
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Hazar-e'non (3 Occurrences)
Hazar-e'non. Hazar-enon, Hazar-e'non. Hazargaddah . Multi-Version Concordance ...
Hazar-enon, Hazar-e'non. Hazargaddah . Reference Bible.
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Enormity (2 Occurrences)

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Enoch's (1 Occurrence)

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Baptizing (16 Occurrences)
... John 3:23 John also was baptizing in Enon near Salim, because there was much water
there. They came, and were baptized. (WEB KJV WEY ASV WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Constantly (47 Occurrences)
... John 3:23 John also was baptizing in Enon near Salim, because there was
much water there. They came, and were baptized. (See NIV). ...
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Ae'non (1 Occurrence)
... Ae'non (1 Occurrence). John 3:23 John also was baptizing in Enon near Salim, because
there was much water there. They came, and were baptized. (See RSV). ...
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