And Zelah, Eleph, and Jebusi, which is Jerusalem, Gibeath, and Kirjath; fourteen cities with their villages. This is the inheritance of the children of Benjamin according to their families.
And Zelah, Eleph, and Jebus (which is Jerusalem), Gibeath, and Kirjath, fourteen cities along with their surrounding villages. This was the land inheritance given to the tribe of Benjamin for their families.
This verse lists the final cities given to the tribe of Benjamin as their permanent homeland, including the important city that would become Jerusalem.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Joshua, after the Israelites had conquered much of the Promised Land, the remaining territory was divided among the tribes by lot in Shiloh to ensure each received their rightful inheritance. This specific verse lists the cities allotted to the tribe of Benjamin, including Zelah, Eleph, Jebusi (which is Jerusalem), Gibeath, and Kirjath, highlighting God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to the descendants of Jacob. Such divisions were crucial for establishing stable tribal boundaries and fostering unity among the Israelites as they settled the land.
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