Baana the son of Ahilud; to him pertained Taanach and Megiddo, and all Bethshean, which is by Zartanah beneath Jezreel, from Bethshean to Abelmeholah, even unto the place that is beyond Jokneam:
Baana, the son of Ahilud, was responsible for the territory that included Taanach and Megiddo, and all of Beth-shean (which is near Zarethan below Jezreel), from Beth-shean to Abel-meholah, all the way to the area beyond Jokneam.
This verse describes one of King Solomon's regional governors and lists the specific cities and territories under his administration.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of a list describing Solomon's twelve district governors who were responsible for providing food and supplies for the royal court, each serving one month per year. These administrative districts were strategically organized to efficiently manage Solomon's vast and prosperous kingdom. The cities mentioned were important trade and military locations in ancient Israel, located in the fertile Jezreel Valley.
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