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Joshua 15:33

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

These were in the foothills: Eshtaol, Zorah, Ashnah,

American Standard Version (1901)

In the lowland, Eshtaol, and Zorah, and Ashnah,

Bible in Basic English

In the lowland, Eshtaol, and Zorah, and Ashnah;

Free Bible Version

The towns in the western foothills: Eshtaol, Zorah, Ashnah,

Geneva Bible 1599

In the lowe countrey were Eshtaol, and Zoreah, and Ashnah,

King James (Authorized) Version

And in the valley, Eshtaol, and Zoreah, and Ashnah,

Translation for Translators

The tribe of Judah was allotted these towns in the northern part of the western foothills: Eshtaol, Zorah, Ashnah,

Unlocked Literal Bible

In the lower hill country to the west, there were Eshtaol, Zorah, Ashnah,

Noah Webster Bible

And in the valley, Eshtaol, and Zoreah, and Ashnah,

World English Bible

In the lowland, Eshtaol, Zorah, Ashnah,

Young's Literal Translation

In the low country: Eshtaol, and Zoreah, and Ashnah,

Context

The Cities of Judah

³²Lebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon—twenty-nine cities in all, along with their villages. ³³These were in the foothills: Eshtaol, Zorah, Ashnah,³⁴Zanoah, En-gannim, Tappuah, Enam,

Summary

Joshua 15:33 lists the cities of the tribe of Judah in the Negev region, emphasizing the fulfillment of God's promise to give them the land. This verse showcases the meticulous record-keeping and distribution of territories among the Israelite tribes, highlighting the importance of each tribe's inheritance. It reflects the faithfulness of God in honoring His covenant with the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The detailed account of the cities also underscores the significance of historical documentation in preserving the heritage and boundaries of God's chosen people. Overall, Joshua 15:33 serves as a testament to God's sovereignty, provision, and faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to His people.

Commentary

Adam Clarke
John Gill
Tyndale

Adam Clarke Bible Commentary

Eshtaol, and Zoreah - Here Samson was buried, it being the burial-place of his fathers; see Jdg 16:31. These places though first given to Judah, afterwards fell to the lot of Dan, Jos 19:41.

Joshua 15:33

The Cities of Judah

³²Lebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon—twenty-nine cities in all, along with their villages. ³³These were in the foothills: Eshtaol, Zorah, Ashnah,³⁴Zanoah, En-gannim, Tappuah, Enam,

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Berean Standard Bible

These were in the foothills: Eshtaol, Zorah, Ashnah,

American Standard Version (1901)

In the lowland, Eshtaol, and Zorah, and Ashnah,

Bible in Basic English

In the lowland, Eshtaol, and Zorah, and Ashnah;

Free Bible Version

The towns in the western foothills: Eshtaol, Zorah, Ashnah,

Geneva Bible 1599

In the lowe countrey were Eshtaol, and Zoreah, and Ashnah,

King James (Authorized) Version

And in the valley, Eshtaol, and Zoreah, and Ashnah,

Translation for Translators

The tribe of Judah was allotted these towns in the northern part of the western foothills: Eshtaol, Zorah, Ashnah,

Unlocked Literal Bible

In the lower hill country to the west, there were Eshtaol, Zorah, Ashnah,

Noah Webster Bible

And in the valley, Eshtaol, and Zoreah, and Ashnah,

World English Bible

In the lowland, Eshtaol, Zorah, Ashnah,

Young's Literal Translation

In the low country: Eshtaol, and Zoreah, and Ashnah,