Joshua 11:2

"When Jabin king of Hazor heard of it, he sent to Jobab king of Madon, to the king of Shimron, to the king of Achshaph,"

Key Reflection

In Joshua 11:2, we see Jabin, the powerful king of Hazor, responding to a significant event—perhaps news about an impending battle or military action—that had alarmed him. This response demonstrates the interconnectedness and potential for conflict among the various Canaanite city-states at that time. The verse highlights how Jabin mobilized his allies by sending messengers to Jobab king of Madon, the king of Shimron, and the king of Achshaph, likely to form a coalition or prepare for defense against the threat. This action underscores the strategic importance of these cities in the region and the complex political landscape of the time.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

On the north of the mountains -Rather, “northward in the mountains.” The reference is to the mountain district of Galilee, calledJoshua 20:7“mount Naphtali.” On the plains south of Chinneroth -literally, “in the Arabah south of Chinneroth.” The words describe the northern portion of the “Arabah” (seeDeuteronomy 1:1), or depressed tract, which extends along the Jordan from the lake of Gennesaret southward. Chinneroth -Identical with the later Gennesaret (seeNumbers 34:10). The lake derived its name from a town on its banks (compareJoshua 19:35). In the valley -The northern part of the same flat district mentioned inJoshua 9:1.

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