King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And Zorah, and Aijalon, and Hebron, which [are] in Judah and in Benjamin fenced cities.
Complete Jewish Bible:
Tzor'ah, Ayalon and Hevron; these are fortified cities in Y'hudah and Binyamin.
Berean Standard Bible:
Zorah, Aijalon, and Hebron, the fortified cities in Judah and Benjamin.
American Standard Version:
and Zorah, and Aijalon, and Hebron, which are in Judah and in Benjamin, fortified cities.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And Zorah{H6881}, and Aijalon{H357}, and Hebron{H2275}, which are in Judah{H3063} and in Benjamin{H1144} fenced{H4694} cities{H5892}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Genesis 23:2
- And Sarah died in Kirjatharba; the same [is] Hebron in the land of Canaan: and Abraham came to mourn for Sarah, and to weep for her.
2 Samuel 2:11
- And the time that David was king in Hebron over the house of Judah was seven years and six months.
Joshua 20:7
- ¶ And they appointed Kedesh in Galilee in mount Naphtali, and Shechem in mount Ephraim, and Kirjatharba, which [is] Hebron, in the mountain of Judah.
Joshua 14:14
- Hebron therefore became the inheritance of Caleb the son of Jephunneh the Kenezite unto this day, because that he wholly followed the LORD God of Israel.
Joshua 19:41
- And the coast of their inheritance was Zorah, and Eshtaol, and Irshemesh,
Joshua 19:42
- And Shaalabbin, and Ajalon, and Jethlah,
Joshua 15:33
- [And] in the valley, Eshtaol, and Zoreah, and Ashnah,
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Commentary for 2 Chronicles 11:10
2 Chronicles 1:10 is a verse that falls within the historical narrative of the early division of the Kingdom of Israel after the death of King Solomon. The verse specifically lists cities that were fortified by Rehoboam, Solomon's son, who became the king of Judah after the northern tribes seceded to form the Kingdom of Israel under Jeroboam.
The cities mentioned—Zorah, Aijalon, and Hebron—were strategically significant. Zorah was located in the Shephelah, the lowlands between the central highlands and the coastal plain, a region that was frequently contested due to its agricultural richness and its role as a buffer against incursions from the coastal Philistines. Aijalon was also in the Shephelah and was known for its strong defensive position, having been the site of a significant battle where Joshua commanded the sun to stand still (Joshua 10:12-14). Hebron, situated in the hill country of Judah, was an important city with deep historical roots, having been the first capital of King David before he captured Jerusalem.
By fortifying these cities, Rehoboam was taking steps to secure his southern kingdom's defenses. This action reflects the political and military instability of the time, as well as the importance of stronghold cities in ancient warfare for protection and as symbols of royal authority. The mention of these cities being "fenced" or fortified also underscores the preparations for potential conflicts with the northern kingdom or other external threats.
In summary, 2 Chronicles 11:10 highlights the strategic military and political efforts of Rehoboam to strengthen his kingdom in the face of division and potential external threats. The fortification of these cities was a necessary response to the new geopolitical reality following the split of the united monarchy and reflects the broader themes of political upheaval, territorial control, and national security that are prevalent throughout the historical books of the Bible.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H6881
There are 10 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: צׇרְעָה
Transliteration: Tsorʻâh
Pronunciation: tsor-aw'
Description: apparently another form for צִרְעָה; Tsorah, a place in Palestine; Zareah, Zorah, Zoreah. - Strong's Number: H357
There are 67 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַיָּלוֹן
Transliteration: ʼAyâlôwn
Pronunciation: ah-yaw-lone'
Description: from אַיָּל; deer-field; Ajalon, the name of five places in Palestine; Aijalon, Ajalon. - Strong's Number: H2275
There are 66 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: חֶבְרוֹן
Transliteration: Chebrôwn
Pronunciation: kheb-rone'
Description: from חֶבֶר; seat of association; Chebron, a place in Palestine, also the name of two Israelites; Hebron. - Strong's Number: H3063
There are 754 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יְהוּדָה
Transliteration: Yᵉhûwdâh
Pronunciation: yeh-hoo-daw'
Description: from יָדָה; celebrated; Jehudah (or Judah), the name of five Israelites; also of the tribe descended from the first, and of its territory; Judah. - Strong's Number: H1144
There are 156 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בִּנְיָמִין
Transliteration: Binyâmîyn
Pronunciation: bin-yaw-mene'
Description: from בֵּן and יָמִין; son of (the) right hand; Binjamin, youngest son of Jacob; also the tribe descended from him, and its territory; Benjamin. - Strong's Number: H4694
There are 8 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מְצוּרָה
Transliteration: mᵉtsûwrâh
Pronunciation: mets-oo-raw'
Description: or מְצֻרָה; feminine of מָצוֹר; a hemming in, i.e. (objectively) a mound (of siege), or (subjectively) a rampart (of protection), (abstractly) fortification; fenced (city, fort, munition, strong hold. - Strong's Number: H5892
There are 937 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עִיר
Transliteration: ʻîyr
Pronunciation: eer
Description: or (in the plural) עָר; or עָיַר; (Judges 10:4), from עוּר; a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post); Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town.