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Joshua 15:42

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Libnah, and Ether, and Ashan,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

Libnah, and Ether, and Ashan,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse lists three cities that were given to the tribe of Judah as part of their promised inheritance in the land of Canaan.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Joshua, after the Israelites conquered Canaan under Joshua's leadership, the land was divided among the twelve tribes as part of God's fulfillment of His promises to Abraham. Joshua 15 specifically lists the cities and boundaries assigned to the tribe of Judah, including Libnah, Ether, and Ashan, to establish their inheritance in the Promised Land. This allocation highlighted the importance of settling and organizing the territory for the nation's stability and worship.

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