Joshua 19:37

And Kedesh, and Edrei, and Enhazor,

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Interpretation

Joshua waited till all the tribes were settled, before he asked any provision for himself. He was content to be unfixed, till he saw them all placed, and herein is an example to all in public places, to prefer the common welfare before private advantage.

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This thought runs through Joshua 19:37-39.

Joshua 19:37 Joshua 19:38 Joshua 19:39

Glossary

Edrei Place: Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Har Zevi.
En-hazor Place: Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Aynata.
Kedesh Place: Sanctuary. (1. ) A place in the extreme south of Judah ( Josh. 15:23 ). Probably the same as Kadesh-barnea (q. v. ). (2. ) A city of Issachar ( 1 Chr. 6:72 ). Possibly Tell Abu Kadeis, near Lejjun. Modern identification: Tel Kedesh.