Joshua 15:37

³⁶Shaaraim, Adithaim, and Gederah (or Gederothaim)—fourteen cities, along with their villages.³⁷Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal-gad,³⁸Dilan, Mizpeh, Joktheel,

Summary

This verse lists the cities that were given to the tribe of Judah within their territory. It highlights the fulfillment of God's promise to the Israelites by granting them possession of the land. The detailed account of the cities reflects the meticulous nature of God's provision and distribution of inheritance among His people. It underscores the importance of recognizing and acknowledging God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to His chosen ones. Overall, this verse showcases God's sovereignty and commitment to His covenant with the nation of Israel.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

And Dilean,.... Of the first of these nothing is to be said: and Mizpeh, of which name there were cities in other tribes; this in the tribe of Judah was in the times of Jerom (w) called Mapha, on the borders of Eleutheropolis to the south, as you go to Aelia, or Jerusalem: and Joktheel, of which nothing is to be said. (w) De loc. Heb. fol. 93. D.

Joshua 15:37

The Cities of Judah

³⁶Shaaraim, Adithaim, and Gederah (or Gederothaim)—fourteen cities, along with their villages.³⁷Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal-gad,³⁸Dilan, Mizpeh, Joktheel,