And at Jeshua, and at Moladah, and at Bethphelet,
And at Jeshua, and at Moladah, and at Beth-pelet,
This verse lists three towns in southern Judah where Jewish families settled after returning from exile in Babylon.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Nehemiah, after the walls of Jerusalem were rebuilt, the Jewish leaders organized the repopulation of the city and its surrounding areas to strengthen the community following the Babylonian exile. This verse is part of a list detailing the towns where the people of Judah settled, including Jeshua, Moladah, and Bethphelet, which were key locations in the tribal lands of Judah. These settlements highlight the efforts to restore and secure the homeland for the returning exiles.
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