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Joshua 15:58 Cross-References
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“Halhul, Bethzur, and Gedor,”
Joshua 15:58 (KJV)
Commentary on Joshua 15:58
Halhul, Beth-zur, and Gedor—Beth-zur (בֵּית צוּר, "house of rock") became a significant fortress-city in later Israelite history, featuring prominently in the Maccabean wars (1 Maccabees 4:29, 6:7). Its strategic location on the road from Hebron to Jerusalem made it a key defensive position. Gedor (גְּדוֹר) was another fortified city. The inclusion of fortress-cities in tribal allotments demonstrates that God's gifts require stewardship and defense.Inheritance doesn't eliminate responsibility—receiving the land didn't mean automatic security but required building fortifications, training warri...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
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