Jezreel, Jokdeam, Zanoah,
Parallel translations
- WEB Jezreel, Jokdeam, Zanoah,
- KJV And Jezreel, and Jokdeam, and Zanoah,
- NKJV Jezreel, Jokdeam, Zanoah,
- NASB Jezreel, Jokdeam, and Zanoah,
- NLT Jezreel, Jokdeam, Zanoah,
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Quick answer
Jezreel, Jokdeam, and Zanoah are named in the hill country. More highland towns are recorded.
Overview
This Jezreel in Judah, distinct from the northern valley, was the hometown of David's wife Ahinoam (1 Samuel 27:3). These towns continued Judah's highland settlements. Each name preserves a portion of the inheritance God granted.
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