Joshua 13:18

Key Reflection

In Joshua 13:18, Moses lists cities that were to be assigned to the Reubenites and Gadites after the conquest of Canaan. These include Heshbon and Dibon, which were significant as they had been capital cities for King Sihon of the Amorites before his defeat by Moses and the Israelites. The mention of Bamoth Baal and Beth Baal Meon highlights the continued presence of pagan worship sites, even after the conquest, reflecting the complex religious landscape that the Israelites would encounter in their new land.