Joshua 15:29
Joshua 15:29 in Multiple Translations
Baalah, Iim, Ezem,
Baalah, and Iim, and Azem,
Baalah, and Iim, and Ezem,
Baalah, and Iim, and Ezem;
Baalah, Iim, Ezem,
Baalah, and Iim, and Azem,
Baalah, and Iim, and Azem,
Baalah, Iim, Ezem,
Baalah, and Iim, and Azem,
And Baala and Jim and Esem,
Baalah, Iim, Ezem,
Berean Amplified Bible — Joshua 15:29
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Joshua 15:29 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בַּעֲלָ֥ה
וְ/עִיִּ֖ים
וָ/עָֽצֶם
בַּעֲלָ֥ה
Baʻălâh
H1173
Baalah
N-proper
וְ/עִיִּ֖ים
ʻÎyîym
H5864
Iim
Conj | N-proper
וָ/עָֽצֶם
ʻEtsem
H6107
Ezem
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 15:29
בַּעֲלָ֥ה
Baʻălâh
H1173
"Baalah"
N-proper
Baalah is a place name in Palestine, meaning mistress, also known as Kiriath-jearim.
Definition: Baalah = "mistress" or Kirjath-baal; modern Kuriet el Enab Another name of qir.yat ye.a.rim (קִרְיַת יְעָרִים "Kiriath-jearim" H7157)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Baalah. See also: Joshua 15:9; Joshua 15:11; 1 Chronicles 13:6.
וְ/עִיִּ֖ים
ʻÎyîym
H5864
"Iim"
Conj | N-proper
Iim was a town in Judah, also known as ruins, indicating a place of old destruction. It is mentioned in the Bible as a location in the Desert. The name suggests a place that has been devastated or destroyed.
Definition: § Iim = "ruins" a town in Judah
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Iim. See also: Numbers 33:45; Joshua 15:29.
וָ/עָֽצֶם
ʻEtsem
H6107
"Ezem"
Conj | N-proper
Ezem is a place in Palestine, mentioned in the Bible as a city in the territory of Judah, later given to the tribe of Simeon. It is referred to in the book of Joshua and other historical accounts of the region.
Definition: § Azem or Ezem = "bone" a city in the Nekeb of Judah afterwards allotted to Simeon
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Azem, Ezem. See also: Joshua 15:29; Joshua 19:3; 1 Chronicles 4:29.
Study Notes — Joshua 15:29
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Context — The Cities of Judah
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joshua 15:9–11 | From the hilltop the border curved to the spring of the Waters of Nephtoah, proceeded to the cities of Mount Ephron, and then bent around toward Baalah (that is, Kiriath-jearim). The border curled westward from Baalah to Mount Seir, ran along the northern slope of Mount Jearim (that is, Chesalon), went down to Beth-shemesh, and crossed to Timnah. Then it went out to the northern slope of Ekron, curved toward Shikkeron, proceeded to Mount Baalah, went on to Jabneel, and ended at the Sea. |
| 2 | Joshua 19:3 | Hazar-shual, Balah, Ezem, |
| 3 | 1 Chronicles 4:29 | Bilhah, Ezem, Tolad, |
Joshua 15:29 Summary
[Joshua 15:29 lists three cities, Baalah, Iim, and Ezem, which were part of the inheritance of the tribe of Judah. This verse shows that God is concerned with the smallest details of our lives, just as He was with the Israelites. As seen in Psalm 37:23, God is intimately involved in the steps of the righteous, and we can trust in His care for us. By looking at these cities, we can see that God's plan is bigger than just one person or one city, but involves the entire community, as seen in Jeremiah 29:7.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the cities listed in Joshua 15:29?
The cities listed in Joshua 15:29, including Baalah, Iim, and Ezem, are part of the inheritance of the tribe of Judah, as outlined in the book of Joshua, which describes the division of the Promised Land among the Israelites (Joshua 13:1-7, Joshua 14:1-5).
How do these cities relate to the overall narrative of the book of Joshua?
The listing of these cities in Joshua 15:29 is part of the larger narrative of the book of Joshua, which tells the story of the Israelites' conquest of Canaan and the division of the land among the tribes, as promised by God in Genesis 12:7 and reiterated in Deuteronomy 1:8.
What can we learn from the fact that these cities are specifically named in Scripture?
The fact that these cities are specifically named in Scripture, such as Baalah, Iim, and Ezem, highlights God's attention to detail and His concern for the specific lives and experiences of His people, as seen in Psalm 139:17-18 and Matthew 10:30.
How does this verse relate to the broader themes of the Bible?
Joshua 15:29 relates to the broader themes of the Bible, including God's faithfulness to His promises and His care for His people, as seen in Deuteronomy 7:9 and Romans 8:28.
Reflection Questions
- What does the listing of these cities reveal about God's character and His relationship with the Israelites?
- How does the specific mention of Baalah, Iim, and Ezem in Scripture encourage me to trust in God's sovereignty and care for my life?
- In what ways can I apply the principles of God's faithfulness and attention to detail, as seen in Joshua 15:29, to my own life and circumstances?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of community and the role of cities and towns in the biblical narrative?
Gill's Exposition on Joshua 15:29
Baalah,.... Baalah was given to the tribe of Simeon, Joshua 19:3; for Baalah is the same with Balah there, as it is with Bilba, 1 Chronicles 4:29; though according to the Jerusalem Talmud (i) it is
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 15:29
Baalah, and Iim, and Azem, (20) And Iim. Wilton, founding on a comparison of this list with those in Joshua 19:1-51 and 1 Chronicles 4:1-43, considers Iim = Azem, as if the word, like its analogue
Ellicott's Commentary on Joshua 15:29
(21) And the uttermost cities.—The cities of the tribe of Judah are given under four heads: (a) towards Edom; (b) in the Shephêlah, or plain of the coast (Joshua 15:33, &c.); (c) in the mountains (Joshua 15:48); (d) in the wilderness (Joshua 15:61). Of those in Joshua 15:21-32, the first twenty-nine, Conder identifies only four—viz., Adadah, Joshua 15:22 (Ad’adah); Kerioth Hezron (some see a trace of Kerioth in the sobriquet of Judas Is-cariot, the man of Kerioth), Joshua 15:25 (Hudîreh); Beer-sheba, Joshua 15:28 (Bîr es-seb’a); and Ain Rimmon, Joshua 15:32 ( Umm er-Rumânûn). It is not easy to say precisely how the twenty-nine are to be obtained from the thirty-three, but evidently some of the Hazors are villages attached to the cities. (31) Ziklag.—It is noticeable that Ziklag became the property of the kings of Judah by the gift of Achish, who bestowed it on David (1 Samuel 27:6). not by the gift of Joshua to Judah. The partial character of the conquest and the division of unconquered territory to the tribes is thus illustrated.
Cambridge Bible on Joshua 15:29
29. Baalah] A fourth group is added of thirteen places which lay to the west and south-west:—(1) Baalah, called Balah (ch. Joshua 19:3) and Bilhah (1 Chronicles 4:29); (2) Iim, unknown; (3) Azem = “firmness” or “strength” (ch. Joshua 19:3); (4) Eltolad = Tolad (1 Chronicles 4:29), unknown; (5) Chesil = Bethul (Joshua 19:4) = Bethuel (1 Chronicles 4:30); (6) Hormah, or Zephath (comp. Joshua 12:14); (7) Ziklag = “wilderness of destruction” (Gesenius), which afterwards came into the possession of Achish, king of Gath, who presented it to David (1 Samuel 27:6), and was burnt by the Amalekites (1 Samuel 30:1); (8) Madmannah = possibly to el-Minyây, south of Gaza, on the route of the pilgrims during the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries; (9) Sansannah, unknown; (10) Lebaoth = Beth-lebaoth (Joshua 19:6; 1 Chronicles 4:31), perhaps Lebhem, eight hours south of Gaza; (11) Shilhim = el-Scheriat, about midway between Gaza and Beer-sheba; (12) Ain; (13) Rimmon; in ch. Joshua 19:7, 1 Chronicles 4:32, these are treated as one place, and comp. Nehemiah 11:29. Rimmon has been supposed to be represented by Um er-Rumamim, about three hours north of Beersheba.