And Jahaza, and Kedemoth, and Mephaath,
And Jahaza, and Kedemoth, and Mephaath,
This verse lists three specific cities that were given to one of the tribes of Israel as part of their inheritance in the Promised Land.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Joshua, after the Israelites conquered Canaan under Joshua's leadership, the land was being divided among the twelve tribes as part of God's fulfillment of His promises. Joshua 13:18 specifically lists cities like Jahaza, Kedemoth, and Mephaath as part of the territory allocated to the tribe of Reuben on the eastern side of the Jordan River. This division highlighted the orderly distribution of the Promised Land, ensuring each tribe received their inheritance as God had commanded.
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