And their coast was from Heleph, from Allon to Zaanannim, and Adami, Nekeb, and Jabneel, unto Lakum; and the outgoings thereof were at Jordan:
Their territory stretched from Heleph, from the oak tree at Zaanannim, and included Adami, Nekeb, and Jabneel, all the way to Lakum. The boundary ended at the Jordan River.
This verse describes the specific boundaries of the land that was given to the tribe of Naphtali as their inheritance in the Promised Land.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Joshua's detailed account of dividing the Promised Land among the twelve tribes of Israel after they conquered Canaan. The tribe of Naphtali received territory in the northern part of Israel, which included fertile valleys and mountainous regions. These boundary descriptions were crucial for establishing clear property lines and preventing disputes between tribes.
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