Joshua 15:29 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Baalah, and Iim, and Azem,

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

Baalah, Iim, and Azem,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

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

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of a detailed list describing the southern boundary and cities allocated to the tribe of Judah when the Israelites divided the Promised Land among the twelve tribes. These particular cities were located in the southern desert region of Judah's territory, near the border with Edom.

Explore Similar Verses

Joshua 15:9

The boundary line went from the top of the hill to the spring called Nephtoah, then continued to the towns near Mount Ephron. From there, the border extended to Baalah (which is also called Kirjath Jearim).

Joshua 15:10

The boundary line curved from Baalah westward to Mount Seir, then continued along the northern slope of Mount Jearim (which is called Chesalon), then went down to Beth Shemesh, and continued on to Timnah.

Joshua 15:11

The boundary line continued north to the edge of Ekron, then curved toward Shicron, passed along Mount Baalah, and reached Jabneel. The boundary ended at the Mediterranean Sea.

Ask the AI Assistant

Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.

Share or Save

📚 Historical Context

Explore Similar Verses

Ask the AI Assistant

Translation & Methodology Sources