KJV ORIGINAL
Ataroth, and Dibon, and Jazer, and Nimrah, and Heshbon, and Elealeh, and Shebam, and Nebo, and Beon,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Ataroth, Dibon, Jazer, Nimrah, Heshbon, Elealeh, Shebam, Nebo, and Beon,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists specific cities that the tribes of Reuben and Gad wanted to claim as their inheritance in the land east of the Jordan River.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Numbers, the Israelites were preparing to enter the Promised Land after their exodus from Egypt and years of wandering in the wilderness. The tribes of Reuben and Gad approached Moses to request the lands east of the Jordan River, which they had recently conquered, as these areas were ideal for their livestock and agriculture. They listed specific cities like Ataroth and Dibon to emphasize the suitability of the territory for their needs.
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