Joshua 13:17 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Heshbon, and all her cities that are in the plain; Dibon, and Bamothbaal, and Bethbaalmeon,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Heshbon, and all the cities around it on the plateau; Dibon, and Bamoth-baal, and Beth-baal-meon,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse lists specific cities that were given to the tribe of Reuben as part of their inheritance in the Promised Land.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Joshua, chapter 13, the Israelites are in the process of dividing the conquered land of Canaan under Joshua's leadership, following the death of Moses. This verse lists specific cities like Heshbon, Dibon, Bamothbaal, and Bethbaalmeon, which were part of the territory allocated to the tribe of Reuben in the plains east of the Jordan River. These areas were previously held by the Amorites, symbolizing the fulfillment of God's promise to give the land to Abraham's descendants as described in earlier biblical narratives.

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And also Kiriathaim, Bethgamul, and Bethmeon,

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