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Nezib

Nezib was a city in the territory of Judah during the Old Testament period, listed among the towns allocated to the tribe of Judah in the promised land.

Overview

Nezib was a town located in the lowland region of Judah's inheritance in Canaan. It is mentioned in Joshua's account of the territorial divisions among the Israelite tribes. The city represented God's fulfillment of His promise to give the land of Canaan to the descendants of Abraham.

Key Scriptures

"Nezib, Keilah, Achzib, and Mareshah—nine cities with their villages" (Joshua 15:43, ESV). This verse lists Nezib among the cities assigned to Judah during Joshua's distribution of the promised land to the twelve tribes.

Application

The mention of Nezib reminds us that God's promises to His people are specific and trustworthy, as He allocated distinct territories to each tribe, demonstrating His faithful provision and the reality of His covenant with Israel.

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A city in Judah.