KJV ORIGINAL
Lod, and Ono, the valley of craftsmen.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Lod, and Ono, the valley of craftsmen.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists two more towns where the Israelites settled after returning from exile, including a valley known for its skilled workers and artisans.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Nehemiah, written around the 5th century BC, the Jewish people were resettling in Jerusalem and its surrounding areas after returning from Babylonian exile. This verse lists specific towns like Lod and Ono, and the valley of craftsmen, as part of the territories inhabited by the tribes of Judah and Benjamin. These lists helped organize the community and ensure the land was repopulated according to God's promises.
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