And the border went up by the valley of the son of Hinnom unto the south side of the Jebusite; the same is Jerusalem: and the border went up to the top of the mountain that lieth before the valley of Hinnom westward, which is at the end of the valley of the giants northward:
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Interpretation
Joshua allotted to Judah, Ephraim, and the half of Manasseh, their inheritances before they left Gilgal. Afterwards removing to Shiloh, another survey was made, and the other tribes had their portion assigned.
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This thought runs through Joshua 15:6-10.
Glossary
- Hinnom Person
- A deep, narrow ravine separating Mount Zion from the so-called “Hill of Evil Counsel. ” It took its name from “some ancient hero, the son of Hinnom. ” It is first mentioned in Josh. 15:8 .
- Jebus Place
- Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Jerusalem.
- Jerusalem Place
- Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Jerusalem.
- Valley of Hinnom Place
- Biblical valley. Modern identification: Hinnom Valley.
- Valley of Rephaim Place
- Biblical valley. Modern identification: Valley of Rephaim.