Encyclopedia of The Bible – En-Eglaim
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En-Eglaim

EN-EGLAIM ĕn ĕg’ lĭ əm (עֶגְלַ֔יִם, meaning spring of calf or heifer). This location is mentioned in reference to Israel during the golden age (Ezek 47:10). From this place S to Engedi (about the middle of the western shore of the Dead Sea), fishermen will put forth their nets according to the prophet. This restored kingdom age wonder will be in direct contrast to the present lack of fish life in the Dead Sea.

The exact location of this site is not known, but it is prob. several m. S of Khirbet Qumran.