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Joshua 15:13 · KJV

"And unto Caleb the son of Jephunneh he gave a part among the children of Judah, according to the commandment of the LORD to Joshua, even the city of Arba the father of Anak, which city is Hebron."

King James Version

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Passage Context

11And the border went out unto the side of Ekron northward: and the border was drawn to Shicron, and passed along to mount Baalah, and went out unto Jabneel; and the goings out of the border were at the sea.
12And the west border was to the great sea, and the coast thereof. This is the coast of the children of Judah round about according to their families.
13And unto Caleb the son of Jephunneh he gave a part among the children of Judah, according to the commandment of the LORD to Joshua, even the city of Arba the father of Anak, which city is Hebron.
14And Caleb drove thence the three sons of Anak, Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak.
15And he went up thence to the inhabitants of Debir: and the name of Debir before was Kirjath-sepher.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to God's rewards in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to receive blessings from God?

3

When have you felt particularly blessed for your faithfulness?

Life Application

gratitude

Cultivate a heart of gratitude for the blessings you receive.

faithfulness

Stay committed to your faith, knowing that God honors those who are faithful.

People in This Verse

CalebOT

One of the twelve spies sent to explore Canaan, Caleb remained faithful to God and was rewarded with a portion of the Promised Land for his faithfulness.

First appearance: Numbers 13:6

Places in This Verse

Hebron(Hebron, West Bank today)

Hebron is an ancient city with deep biblical roots, known as the burial place of the patriarchs and a significant site in Israel's history.

Connection to Jesus

typology

Caleb receiving his inheritance in the Promised Land can be seen as a type of the believers' inheritance in Christ.

See also: Ephesians 1:11

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