Beth-marcaboth, Hazar-susim, Beth-biri, and Shaaraim. These were their cities until the reign of David.
Parallel translations
- WEB at Beth Marcaboth, Hazar Susim, at Beth Biri, and at Shaaraim. These were their cities until David’s reign.
- KJV And at Bethmarcaboth, and Hazarsusim, and at Bethbirei, and at Shaaraim. These were their cities unto the reign of David.
- NKJV Beth Marcaboth, Hazar Susim, Beth Biri, and at Shaaraim. These were their cities until the reign of David.
- NASB Beth-marcaboth, Hazar-susim, Beth-biri, and Shaaraim. These were their cities until the reign of David.
- NLT Beth-marcaboth, Hazar-susim, Beth-biri, and Shaaraim. These towns were under their control until the time of King David.
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Quick answer
The remaining Simeonite towns are named, noting these were theirs 'until David's reign.' It dates the tribe's settlement to the early monarchy.
Overview
The Chronicler completes the list of Simeon's cities and marks a turning point: these were their holdings until David became king. The note reflects later administrative changes under the united monarchy. It situates Simeon's history within the larger account that centers on David and his royal house.
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- Josh 19:5–6Ziklag, Beth-marcaboth, Hazar-susah,
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