And Israel sent messengers unto Sihon king of the Amorites, the king of Heshbon; and Israel said unto him, Let us pass, we pray thee, through thy land into my place.
Israel sent messengers to Sihon, who was the king of the Amorites and ruled from the city of Heshbon. Israel's message to him was: 'Please let us pass through your land so we can get to our destination.'
The writer is describing how Israel politely asked King Sihon for permission to travel through his territory on their way to the Promised Land.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Judges, Jephthah is recounting Israel's history to the Ammonite king to defend their rightful possession of the land. This verse specifically refers to an event during the Israelites' exodus journey, when they sent messengers to Sihon, the king of the Amorites who ruled Heshbon, politely requesting passage through his territory on their way to the Promised Land. Despite this peaceful approach, Sihon refused and initiated conflict, which led to Israel's victory.
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