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and Adoraim, and Lachish, and Azekah,
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Real Cities, Real Defense
Commentators identify Adoraim, Lachish, and Azekah as real, historical cities within the territory of Judah. Scholars point to specific locations, some known even in later periods, underscoring the historical reliability of the Chronicler's account of Rehoboam's defensive preparations.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The location of Adoraim is uncertain. For the locations of the other cities, see the following: Lachish in Joshua 10:3; Azekah in Joshua 10:10; Zor…
19th Century
Anglican
Adoraim. — Dûra; a village about seven and a-half miles southwest of Hebron. Called Αδωρα 1 Maccabees 13:20, and often me…
Baptist
No wonder, therefore, that Rehoboam's kingdom was strengthened by the advent of these men, who were, doubtless, the best men in the whole country, …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Adoraim Called by Josephus F4 Adora, which he mentions along with Mareshah, or Marissa:
A few good words might have prevented the rebellion of Rehoboam's subjects; but all the force of his kingdom cannot bring them back. And it is in v…
