Joshua 18:17
"The border went down to the farthest part of the mountain that lies before the valley of the son of Hinnom, which is in the valley of Rephaim northward. It went down to the valley of Hinnom, to the side of the Jebusite southward, and went down to En Rogel."
Key Reflection
The border described in Joshua 18:17 outlines a significant area in Jerusalem's vicinity, extending from the western hills to the southern valley regions. For the original audience, this description would have been crucial for defining territorial control and establishing boundaries that encompassed both sacred sites like the Valley of Hinnom and natural landmarks such as En Rogel. The inclusion of these specific geographical markers helped solidify the Israelites' presence in the Promised Land, connecting their new settlement to historical and religious significance.
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