KJV ORIGINAL
And the border went out toward the sea to Michmethah on the north side; and the border went about eastward unto Taanathshiloh, and passed by it on the east to Janohah;
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The boundary line went west toward the Mediterranean Sea to Michmethah on the north side. Then the border curved eastward to Taanath-shiloh, passed by it on the east side, and continued to Janohah.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes the specific boundary lines that marked the territory given to one of the tribes of Israel in the Promised Land.
📚 Historical Context
This passage is part of Joshua's detailed account of dividing the Promised Land among the twelve tribes of Israel after they conquered it. These boundary descriptions were crucial legal documents that prevented disputes between tribes and ensured each family group knew exactly which land God had given them as their inheritance.
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