Joshua 13:2 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

This is the land that yet remaineth: all the borders of the Philistines, and all Geshuri,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

This is the land that still remains to be conquered: all the territory of the Philistines, and all of Geshur,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is telling Joshua about specific territories that the Israelites haven't yet taken control of as part of their promised inheritance.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Joshua, chapter 13, the Israelites are in the process of dividing and settling the Promised Land after their conquests led by Joshua, following the Exodus from Egypt. God speaks to the aging Joshua about the territories that remain unconquered, including the borders of the Philistines, a seafaring people in the coastal regions, and the land of Geshuri, which was likely an area associated with non-Israelite groups in the north. This highlights the incomplete nature of Israel's possession of the land as promised by God, emphasizing ongoing military and territorial challenges.

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2 Samuel 8:1

After this happened, David defeated the Philistines and brought them under his control. David captured Metheg-ammah from the Philistines.

2 Chronicles 28:18

The Philistines had also invaded the cities in the lowlands and southern parts of Judah. They captured Beth Shemesh, Aijalon, Gederoth, Sokoh and its surrounding villages, Timnah and its villages, and Gimzo with its villages. They settled in these places and lived there.

Judges 15:9

Then the Philistines came up and set up their camp in Judah, spreading out through the area of Lehi.

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