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Joshua 15:27

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And Hazargaddah, and Heshmon, and Bethpalet,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And Hazar Gaddah, and Heshmon, and Beth Palet,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse lists three more towns that were given to the tribe of Judah as part of their inheritance in the Promised Land.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Joshua, after the Israelites conquered the Promised Land under Joshua's leadership, the territory was divided among the twelve tribes as part of God's fulfillment of His covenant promises. Joshua chapter 15 specifically details the allotment for the tribe of Judah, including lists of cities and boundaries in their inheritance. This verse mentions cities like Hazargaddah, Heshmon, and Bethpalet in the southern region, illustrating the meticulous way God provided specific lands to His people.

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