And the second lot came forth to Simeon, even for the tribe of the children of Simeon according to their families: and their inheritance was within the inheritance of the children of Judah.
The second lot was drawn for Simeon - for the tribe of Simeon's descendants organized by their family groups. Their land inheritance was located within the territory that had been given to Judah's descendants.
This verse explains that when the second lottery was held to distribute the Promised Land, the tribe of Simeon received their territory inside the borders of Judah's much larger portion.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during the division of the Promised Land among the twelve tribes of Israel after they conquered Canaan under Joshua's leadership. The land was distributed by casting lots (a method of seeking God's will), and each tribe received territory according to their size and God's plan. Simeon's territory being within Judah's reflects the fulfillment of Jacob's prophecy that Simeon would be scattered among Israel due to their violent actions.
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