Deuteronomy 3:10

"(The Sidonians call Hermon Sirion, and the Amorites call it Senir.)"

Key Reflection

This verse highlights how different groups can have their own names for the same mountain, symbolizing diverse perspectives on spiritual or sacred places. It suggests that while there may be multiple names or understandings of a place, its true identity remains constant, much like how God’s nature and name transcend human labels.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Salchah -CompareJoshua 12:5;1 Chronicles 5:11, where it is named as belonging to the tribe of Gad. It lies seven hours’ journey to the southeast of Bostra or Bozrah of Moab. As the eastern border city of the kingdom of Bashan it was no doubt strongly fortified. Edrei -CompareNumbers 21:33note.

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