And the border was drawn from the top of the hill unto the fountain of the water of Nephtoah, and went out to the cities of mount Ephron; and the border was drawn to Baalah, which is Kirjathjearim:
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).
This verse describes part of the specific boundary lines that marked the territory given to the tribe of Judah in the Promised Land.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the detailed description of land boundaries as the Israelites divided up the Promised Land among the twelve tribes after conquering it under Joshua's leadership. These precise geographical markers were essential for preventing disputes between tribes and establishing clear inheritance rights. Kirjath Jearim would later become significant as the place where the Ark of the Covenant was kept for many years.
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.