KJV ORIGINAL
The forefront of the one was situate northward over against Michmash, and the other southward over against Gibeah.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
One rocky cliff faced north toward Michmash, and the other faced south toward Gibeah.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes the geographical layout of two rocky cliffs that formed a narrow pass between two Philistine-controlled towns.
📚 Historical Context
This verse describes the terrain where Jonathan and his armor-bearer were planning to attack a Philistine garrison. The narrow pass between these two cliffs at Michmash was a strategic military location that the Philistines controlled, blocking important trade routes in Israel. This geographical detail sets up Jonathan's daring faith-filled assault on the enemy position.
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