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Rabbith

Rabbith was a city in the territory of Issachar during the time of Joshua's conquest and division of Canaan. Little is known about this location beyond its biblical mention.

Overview

Rabbith was one of the towns allotted to the tribe of Issachar during Joshua's division of the Promised Land. The city is mentioned only once in Scripture, appearing in the list of cities assigned to Issachar's inheritance. Its exact location in ancient Israel remains uncertain, though it was situated within Issachar's tribal territory.

Key Scriptures

"The fourth lot came out for Issachar, for the children of Issachar according to their families. And their territory was to Jezreel, and Chesulloth, and Shunem, and Hapharaim, and Shion, and Anaharath, and Rabbith, and Kishion, and Ebez" (Joshua 19:17-20, NASB).

Application

Though Rabbith receives minimal scriptural attention, it reminds us that God's sovereignty extends to every detail of His promised inheritance for His people, whether prominently featured or quietly recorded in Scripture.

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A city in Issachar.