Place Old Testament
Angle
Also known as Angle =ESV; angle =NIV; turning =KJV
The Angle, a fortified tower constructed by Uzziah in Jerusalem. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 2 Chronicles 26:9.
Why it matters. A tower built by King Uzziah in Jerusalem.
- Primary passages
- Location
- 31.777, 35.235 (approximate, within about 2 km)
Coordinates from STEPBible TIPNR (palopenmaps.org link). Approximate; not independently verified.
- Last reviewed
- 2026-08-30 by the FaithGraph team
About Angle
The Angle is mentioned in 2Ch.26.9 as one of the towers built by King Uzziah of Judah in Jerusalem. The verse states that Uzziah constructed towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, the Valley Gate, and at the Angle, fortifying them. The exact location of the Angle is not specified, but it was likely a strategic point in the city's defensive system, possibly at a bend or corner in the wall.
King Uzziah, who reigned in the 8th century BC, was known for his military achievements and building projects. The construction of the Angle tower was part of his efforts to strengthen Jerusalem's fortifications. By building towers at key locations, Uzziah aimed to improve the city's security and protect it from potential enemy attacks.
Apart from this single mention in the context of Uzziah's building activities, no other information about the Angle is provided in the Bible. Its inclusion in the chronicle of Uzziah's reign highlights the king's dedication to enhancing Jerusalem's defenses and his overall success as a ruler.
Description from STEPBible TIPNR (Tyndale House, Cambridge), CC BY 4.0, lightly reformatted. This is background reference material, not Scripture and not a FaithGraph editorial claim.
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Appears in Scripture
Named in 1 verse across 1 book. Occurrence data from STEPBible TIPNR (CC BY 4.0); references only, no translation text.
2 Chronicles (1 verse)