Joshua 19:4 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And Eltolad, and Bethul, and Hormah,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And Eltolad, and Bethul, and Hormah,

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This verse lists three more cities that were given to the tribe of Simeon as their inheritance in the Promised Land.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Joshua, after the Israelites had conquered the Promised Land under Joshua's leadership, the territory was divided among the twelve tribes of Israel as part of God's fulfillment of His covenant. Joshua 19 specifically outlines the allotment for the tribe of Simeon, which received cities like Eltolad, Bethul, and Hormah within the borders of Judah's inheritance, reflecting the practical adjustments made due to Judah's larger territory. This division ensured that each tribe had a defined portion for settlement and security.

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