Joshua 15:23

This verse lists various cities within the territory of the tribe of Judah, highlighting the meticulous allocation of land to each tribe by Joshua as instructed by God. It demonstrates the fulfillment of God's promise to the Israelites regarding the possession of the Promised Land. The detailed account reflects the importance of each tribe's inheritance and the significance of God's faithfulness in providing for His people. By recording these specific locations, the verse emphasizes the historical and geographical context of the Israelites' settlement in Canaan. Overall, Joshua 15:23 showcases God's sovereignty in fulfilling His covenant with the nation of Israel.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

Ziph,.... Ziph was of the tribe of Judah in the south, on the borders of Eleutheropolis, as Jerom says (d) and was eight miles from Hebron to the east; and in his time a village was shown, where David was hid; but that Ziph seems to be in another part of this tribe near Carmel, and from whence a wilderness had its name; see Jos 15:55, and Telem is supposed to be the same with Telaim, Sa1 15:4, and Bealoth; of this city we read nowhere else. (d) De loc. Heb. fol. 95. G.