Abraham’s Spring runs onto the eastern slope of Tel Hebron, and is one of the main reasons the ancient city was established here. Around the springs are many walking paths where residents in ancient times came to draw water. In the Middle Ages the Arabic scholar Mujir al-Din referred to it as Ayn Jadida or the New Spring. Some researchers believe it could be the pool of Hebron referenced in II Samuel 4:12 during King David’s reign. Ancient olives trees surround the area and residents and visitors often take a dip in its cool waters.