Zanoah, Adullam, and in their villages, at Lachish, and the fields thereof, at Azekah, and in the villages thereof. And they dwelt from Beersheba unto the valley of Hinnom.
They lived in Zanoah, Adullam, and their surrounding villages, at Lachish and its nearby fields, at Azekah and its villages. Their settlements stretched from Beersheba all the way to the valley of Hinnom.
This verse describes the geographic area where the people of Judah resettled after returning from exile, spanning from the southern desert to near Jerusalem.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Nehemiah, written around the 5th century BC, this verse is part of a list detailing the resettlement of Jewish families in Judah after their return from Babylonian exile. It mentions specific towns like Zanoah, Adullam, Lachish, and Azekah, highlighting the efforts to repopulate and secure the land as Nehemiah led the restoration of Jerusalem. This reflects the broader biblical theme of God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to restore His people to their inheritance.
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