2 Chronicles 11:10 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And Zorah, and Aijalon, and Hebron, which are in Judah and in Benjamin fenced cities.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And Zorah, Aijalon, and Hebron, which are fortified cities in the territories of Judah and Benjamin.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse lists three important fortified cities that provided military defense for the kingdoms of Judah and Benjamin.

📚 Historical Context

After King Solomon's death, the kingdom of Israel divided into two parts: the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Judah. Rehoboam, Solomon's son, ruled Judah and focused on fortifying cities in his territory to defend against threats from the north. The cities listed, such as Zorah, Aijalon, and Hebron, were key defensive strongholds in the regions of Judah and Benjamin, highlighting the strategic efforts to secure the southern kingdom.

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