And the coast shall go down from Shepham to Riblah, on the east side of Ain; and the border shall descend, and shall reach unto the side of the sea of Chinnereth eastward:
The boundary will go down from Shepham to Riblah, which is on the east side of Ain. Then the border will continue downward and reach the eastern shore of the Sea of Chinnereth.
This verse describes part of the eastern boundary of the Promised Land that God was giving to the Israelites, running down to the Sea of Galilee.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Numbers, chapter 34, God is providing Moses with detailed instructions on the boundaries of the Promised Land as the Israelites prepared to conquer and settle Canaan after their exodus from Egypt. This was essential for organizing the tribes and ensuring fair distribution of the land, reflecting God's faithfulness to His covenant with Abraham. The specific locations mentioned, such as Shepham, Riblah, Ain, and the Sea of Chinnereth (later known as the Sea of Galilee), outline the eastern border to guide the Israelites in their inheritance.
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