All these cities were fenced with high walls, gates, and bars; beside unwalled towns a great many.
All these cities were protected by high walls, gates, and bars; plus there were many towns without walls.
This verse describes how the conquered cities were well-fortified with strong defenses, along with many smaller undefended towns.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses is recounting the Israelites' conquest of the lands east of the Jordan River, including the defeat of King Og of Bashan. This verse describes the fortified cities the Israelites encountered, which were protected by high walls, gates, and bars, along with many unwalled towns, emphasizing the strength of these defenses that God enabled them to overcome. This highlights the historical reality of ancient Near Eastern warfare and settlement patterns during the Israelites' entry into the Promised Land.
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