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The east border was the Salt Sea, even to the end of the Jordan. The border of the north quarter was from the bay of the sea at the end of the Jordan;
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The Bible's Precision
Commentators emphasize the remarkable geographical detail in this verse. Scholars like Charles Ellicott note that the northern border described—from the Jordan's mouth, past places like Beth Hogla and Adummim—can be traced with modern maps and archaeological surveys. This specificity underscores the historical reliability of the biblical account, showing it's grounded in real-world places.
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Joshua
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19th Century
Anglican
Their border in the north quarter. — This can be followed with the Ordnance Survey of Palestine and is described by Conder in the …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And the east border [was] the salt sea, [even] unto the end of Jordan To the place wh…
Presbyterian
Joshua allotted to Judah, Ephraim, and the half of Manasseh their inheritances before they left Gilgal. After moving to Shiloh, another survey was …
