Joshua 19:36 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And Adamah, and Ramah, and Hazor,

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And Adamah, and Ramah, and Hazor,

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This verse lists three more cities that were assigned to the tribe of Naphtali as part of their inheritance in the Promised Land.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Joshua, after the Israelites conquered the Promised Land under Joshua's leadership, the territory was divided among the twelve tribes as part of God's fulfillment of His covenant promises. Joshua 19 specifically details the allotment for the tribe of Naphtali, listing cities like Adamah, Ramah, and Hazor as part of their assigned inheritance in northern Canaan. This division highlighted the practical organization of the land to ensure each tribe had a secure portion for settlement and worship.

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