Out of that land went forth Asshur, and builded Nineveh, and the city Rehoboth, and Calah,
From that land, Asshur went out and built Nineveh, the city of Rehoboth, and Calah.
This verse describes how Asshur left his homeland and established several major cities, including the famous city of Nineveh.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Genesis 10, known as the Table of Nations, which traces the descendants of Noah after the Flood and describes the early spread of peoples and civilizations. It mentions Asshur, likely a descendant or tribal leader, who founded cities like Nineveh in the region of Mesopotamia, which was a key area for ancient societies. These cities later became significant in biblical history, with Nineveh emerging as a major center of the Assyrian Empire.
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