And the suburbs of the city shall be toward the north two hundred and fifty, and toward the south two hundred and fifty, and toward the east two hundred and fifty, and toward the west two hundred and fifty.
Parallel translations
- WEB The city shall have suburbs: toward the north two hundred fifty, and toward the south two hundred fifty, and toward the east two hundred fifty, and toward the west two hundred fifty.
- BSB The pastureland of the city will extend 250 cubits to the north, 250 cubits to the south, 250 cubits to the east, and 250 cubits to the west.
- NKJV The common-land of the city shall be: to the north two hundred and fifty cubits, to the south two hundred and fifty, to the east two hundred and fifty, and to the west two hundred and fifty.
- NASB The city shall have open spaces: on the north 250 cubits, on the south 250 cubits, on the east 250 cubits, and on the west 250 cubits.
- NLT Open lands will surround the city for 150 yards in every direction.
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Quick answer
The city is surrounded by open land of two hundred fifty units on each side. Space is set aside around the city for common use.
Overview
Open pastureland or suburbs encircle the city evenly on all sides, continuing the ordered, symmetrical design. This provision ensures room for the city's life and livestock. The careful planning reflects God's thoughtful provision for the practical flourishing of His people's community.
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