KJV ORIGINAL
And Eltekeh, and Gibbethon, and Baalath,
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And Eltekeh, and Gibbethon, and Baalath,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists three more cities that were given to the tribe of Dan as part of their inheritance in the Promised Land.
📚 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. Joshua 19 specifically outlines the territory assigned to the tribe of Dan, including cities like Eltekeh, Gibbethon, and Baalath, which were part of the inheritance to ensure the tribes had secure settlements. This division reflected the orderly distribution of the Promised Land to establish a lasting presence for God's people.
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