Joshua 15:9
"The border went up by the valley of the son of Hinnom to the side of the Jebusite (also called Jerusalem) southward; and the border went up to the top of the mountain that lies before the valley of Hinnom westward, which is at the farthest part of the valley of Rephaim northward."
Key Reflection
In Joshua 15:9, the border described extends from the Valley of Hinnom to the southern side of Jebus (which was later called Jerusalem). This passage highlights the strategic and significant geography of the region, as Jebus was a prominent city in the area. The mention of this border underscores the importance of controlling such a location for the Israelites, given its proximity to other key territories like the Valley of Hinnom and the valley of Rephaim. This detail is part of the broader narrative of Joshua, where the tribes are receiving their allotted portions of land, emphasizing both the practical and symbolic significance of these boundaries in establishing their new nation.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes