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Shepham

Shepham was a location on the eastern border of the Promised Land, marking a boundary point in the tribal allotment described by Moses.

Overview

Shepham is mentioned only in the context of establishing the eastern boundary of Canaan as the Lord commanded Moses. This location served as a geographical marker to define the inheritance of the Israelites and distinguish the Promised Land from surrounding territories.

Key Scriptures

"Then the boundary shall turn from Shepham to Riblah, on the east side of Ain. And the boundary shall go down and reach to the eastern slope of the Sea of Chinnereth" (Numbers 34:11, NASB).

"From Shepham the boundary shall go down to Riblah on the east side of Ain" (Numbers 34:11, ESV).

Application

God's precise establishment of territorial boundaries reminds believers that He ordains specific purposes and plans for His people, calling us to live faithfully within the boundaries He sets.

Scripture References 2
Numbers 34:10 Numbers 34:11
Full Topical Reference List 2 total — Nave's Topical Bible

A place on the eastern boundary of the promised land.

Numbers 34:10 Numbers 34:11
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