Joshua 15:55
"Humtah, Kiriath Arba (also called Hebron), and Zior; nine cities with their villages."
Key Reflection
This passage highlights the persistence of Canaanite presence in the land promised to the Israelites, as evidenced by the continued inhabitation of these cities, including Hebron which was later recognized as a significant city due to its historical and spiritual importance. The coexistence of both peoples underscores the complex realities of conquest and assimilation faced by the early Israelites.
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