Rachal
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Rachal is an ancient settlement in the Judean lowlands listed among the cities of the tribe of Judah in the Book of Joshua.
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Rachal is a city mentioned in Joshua 15:61, identified as a settlement within the territory allocated to the tribe of Judah.
What is the meaning of Rachal in the Bible?
Rachal is a city mentioned in Joshua 15:61, identified as a settlement within the territory allocated to the tribe of Judah.
SIGNIFICANCE
The inclusion of Rachal in the tribal allotments provides specific geographical detail regarding the distribution of land among the Israelite tribes.
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