En-Shemesh
LocationsGeographical Setting
En-shemesh is a spring located in the Wadi Qelt, situated on the boundary between the tribal territories of Judah and Benjamin.
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En-shemesh is a spring located in the Wadi Qelt, situated on the boundary between the tribal territories of Judah and Benjamin.
What is the meaning of En-Shemesh in the Bible?
En-shemesh is a spring located in the Wadi Qelt, situated on the boundary between the tribal territories of Judah and Benjamin.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying En-shemesh clarifies the precise territorial division between Judah and Benjamin described in Joshua 15:7 and 18:17, providing geographical context for the allocation of land to the tribes of Israel.
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