From thence it passed toward Azmon, and went out unto the river of Egypt; and the goings out of that coast were at the sea: this shall be your south coast.
From there the boundary line continued toward Azmon and reached the river of Egypt, ending at the Mediterranean Sea. This will be your southern border.
This verse describes the southern boundary line of the Promised Land that God gave to the Israelites, stretching from inland areas to the Mediterranean Sea.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Joshua, after the Israelites conquered Canaan under Joshua's leadership, the land was being divided among the twelve tribes as part of God's fulfillment of His promises to Abraham. This verse specifically outlines the southern boundary of the territory assigned to the tribe of Judah, describing it as extending from Azmon to the river of Egypt and ending at the sea. This allocation helped establish a permanent inheritance for the tribes, reflecting God's covenant faithfulness.
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