Joshua 12:20 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

The king of Shimronmeron, one; the king of Achshaph, one;

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

The king of Shimron-meron, one; the king of Achshaph, one;

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse continues the list of Canaanite kings that Joshua and the Israelites defeated during their conquest of the Promised Land.

📚 Historical Context

Joshua 12 is part of the biblical account of Israel's conquest of Canaan, where God commanded the Israelites to take possession of the land promised to their ancestors after the Exodus. This chapter serves as a historical list of the kings defeated by Joshua and the Israelites, including the kings of Shimronmeron and Achshaph, to demonstrate God's faithfulness in fulfilling His covenant promises. These records highlight how God empowered His people to overcome powerful enemies as they settled the Promised Land.

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