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Azekah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/joshua/15.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Jarmuth, Adullam, Socoh, and Azekah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/joshua/15.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Jarmuth and Adullam, Socoh and Azekah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/joshua/15.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Jarmuth and Adullam, Socoh and Azekah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/joshua/15.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Jarmuth and Adullam, Socoh and Azekah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/joshua/15.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Jarmuth and Adullam, Socoh and Azekah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/joshua/15.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Jarmuth, Adullam, Socoh, Azekah,<span 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<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/joshua/15.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Jarmuth, Adullam, Socoh, Azekah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/joshua/15.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Jarmuth, Adullam, Socoh, Azekah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/joshua/15.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Jarmuth, and Adullam, Socoh, and Azekah, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/joshua/15.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Jarmuth, and Adullam, Socoh, and Azekah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/joshua/15.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Jarmuth, Adullam, Socoh, Azekah, <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/joshua/15.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Jarmuth, and Adullam, Socoh, and Azekah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/joshua/15.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Jarmuth, and Adullam, Socoh, and Azekah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/joshua/15.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Jarmuth and Adullam, Socoh, and Azekah,<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/joshua/15.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And Jerimoth and Adullam, Socho and Azeca, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/joshua/15.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />and Jarmuth and Adullam, Socoh and Azekah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/joshua/15.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Jarmuth, Adullam, Socoh, Azekah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/joshua/15.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Jarmuth, Adullam, Socoh, Azekah,<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/joshua/15.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Jarmuth, Arlam, Socoh, Azekah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/joshua/15.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And Yarmuth and Arlam and Sawka and Azqa<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/joshua/15.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Jarmuth, and Adullam, Socoh, and Azekah;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/joshua/15.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />and Jermuth, and Odollam, and Membra, and Saocho, and Jazeca.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/joshua/15-35.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/p91zXIGB0Rk?start=4053" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/joshua/15.htm">The Cities of Judah</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">34</span>Zanoah, En-gannim, Tappuah, Enam, <span class="reftext">35</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3412.htm" title="3412: yar·mūṯ (N-proper-fs) -- A Canaanite city in Judah, also a city in Issachar. From ruwm; elevation; Jarmuth, the name of two places in Palestine.">Jarmuth,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5725.htm" title="5725: wa·‘ă·ḏul·lām (Conj-w:: N-proper-fs) -- A Canaanite city. Probably from the passive participle of the same as Adlay; Adullam, a place in Palestine.">Adullam,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7755.htm" title="7755: śō·w·ḵōh (N-proper-fs) -- Two places in Judah. Or Sokoh; or Sowkow; from suwk; Sokoh or Soko, the name of two places in Palestine.">Socoh,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5825.htm" title="5825: wa·‘ă·zê·qāh (Conj-w:: N-proper-fs) -- A place in Judah. From azaq; tilled; Azekah, a place in Palestine.">Azekah,</a> </span><span class="reftext">36</span>Shaaraim, Adithaim, and Gederah (or Gederothaim)—fourteen cities, along with their villages.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/17-1.htm">1 Samuel 17:1</a></span><br />Now the Philistines gathered their forces for war at Socoh in Judah, and they camped between Socoh and Azekah in Ephes-dammim.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/11-10.htm">2 Chronicles 11:10</a></span><br />Zorah, Aijalon, and Hebron, the fortified cities in Judah and Benjamin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/11-30.htm">Nehemiah 11:30</a></span><br />Zanoah, Adullam, and their villages; in Lachish and its fields; and in Azekah and its villages. So they settled from Beersheba all the way to the Valley of Hinnom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/micah/1-15.htm">Micah 1:15</a></span><br />I will again bring a conqueror against you, O dweller of Mareshah. The glory of Israel will come to Adullam.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/34-7.htm">Jeremiah 34:7</a></span><br />as the army of the king of Babylon was fighting against Jerusalem and the remaining cities of Judah—against Lachish and Azekah. For these were the only fortified cities remaining in Judah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/14-19.htm">2 Kings 14:19</a></span><br />And conspirators plotted against Amaziah in Jerusalem, and he fled to Lachish. But men were sent after him to Lachish, and they killed him there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/28-18.htm">2 Chronicles 28:18</a></span><br />The Philistines had also raided the cities of the foothills and the Negev of Judah, capturing and occupying Beth-shemesh, Aijalon, and Gederoth, as well as Soco, Timnah, and Gimzo with their villages.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/10-28.htm">Isaiah 10:28-32</a></span><br />Assyria has entered Aiath and passed through Migron, storing their supplies at Michmash. / They have crossed at the ford: “We will spend the night at Geba.” Ramah trembles; Gibeah of Saul flees. / Cry aloud, O Daughter of Gallim! Listen, O Laishah! O wretched Anathoth! ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-57.htm">1 Chronicles 6:57</a></span><br />So the descendants of Aaron were given Hebron (a city of refuge), Libnah, Jattir, Eshtemoa,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/22-1.htm">1 Samuel 22:1</a></span><br />So David left Gath and took refuge in the cave of Adullam. When his brothers and the rest of his father’s household heard about it, they went down to him there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/2-1.htm">Matthew 2:1</a></span><br />After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/2-4.htm">Luke 2:4</a></span><br />So Joseph also went up from Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to the city of David called Bethlehem, since he was from the house and line of David.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/7-42.htm">John 7:42</a></span><br />Doesn’t the Scripture say that the Christ will come from the line of David and from Bethlehem, the village where David lived?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/1-5.htm">Matthew 1:5-6</a></span><br />Salmon was the father of Boaz by Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse, / and Jesse the father of David the king. Next: David was the father of Solomon by Uriah’s wife,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/13-22.htm">Acts 13:22-23</a></span><br />After removing Saul, He raised up David as their king and testified about him: ‘I have found David son of Jesse a man after My own heart; he will carry out My will in its entirety.’ / From the descendants of this man, God has brought to Israel the Savior Jesus, as He promised.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Jarmuth, and Adullam, Socoh, and Azekah,</p><p class="hdg">Jarmuth</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/joshua/10-3.htm">Joshua 10:3,23</a></b></br> Wherefore Adonizedek king of Jerusalem sent unto Hoham king of Hebron, and unto Piram king of Jarmuth, and unto Japhia king of Lachish, and unto Debir king of Eglon, saying, … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/joshua/12-11.htm">Joshua 12:11</a></b></br> The king of Jarmuth, one; the king of Lachish, one;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/nehemiah/11-29.htm">Nehemiah 11:29</a></b></br> And at Enrimmon, and at Zareah, and at Jarmuth,</p><p class="hdg">Adullam</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/joshua/12-15.htm">Joshua 12:15</a></b></br> The king of Libnah, one; the king of Adullam, one;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_samuel/22-1.htm">1 Samuel 22:1</a></b></br> David therefore departed thence, and escaped to the cave Adullam: and when his brethren and all his father's house heard <i>it</i>, they went down thither to him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/micah/1-15.htm">Micah 1:15</a></b></br> Yet will I bring an heir unto thee, O inhabitant of Mareshah: he shall come unto Adullam the glory of Israel.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/joshua/15-48.htm">Joshua 15:48</a></b></br> And in the mountains, Shamir, and Jattir, and Socoh,</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_samuel/17-1.htm">1 Samuel 17:1</a></b></br> Now the Philistines gathered together their armies to battle, and were gathered together at Shochoh, which <i>belongeth</i> to Judah, and pitched between Shochoh and Azekah, in Ephesdammim.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/4-18.htm">1 Chronicles 4:18</a></b></br> And his wife Jehudijah bare Jered the father of Gedor, and Heber the father of Socho, and Jekuthiel the father of Zanoah. And these <i>are</i> the sons of Bithiah the daughter of Pharaoh, which Mered took.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/joshua/10-10.htm">Joshua 10:10</a></b></br> And the LORD discomfited them before Israel, and slew them with a great slaughter at Gibeon, and chased them along the way that goeth up to Bethhoron, and smote them to Azekah, and unto Makkedah.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_samuel/17-1.htm">1 Samuel 17:1</a></b></br> Now the Philistines gathered together their armies to battle, and were gathered together at Shochoh, which <i>belongeth</i> to Judah, and pitched between Shochoh and Azekah, in Ephesdammim.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/joshua/12-15.htm">Adullam</a> <a href="/joshua/10-11.htm">Azekah</a> <a href="/joshua/10-10.htm">Aze'kah</a> <a href="/joshua/12-11.htm">Jarmuth</a> <a href="/1_kings/4-10.htm">Sochoh</a> <a href="/1_kings/4-10.htm">Socoh</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_samuel/22-1.htm">Adullam</a> <a href="/1_samuel/17-1.htm">Azekah</a> <a href="/1_samuel/17-1.htm">Aze'kah</a> <a href="/joshua/21-29.htm">Jarmuth</a> <a href="/joshua/15-48.htm">Sochoh</a> <a href="/joshua/15-48.htm">Socoh</a><div class="vheading2">Joshua 15</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/joshua/15-1.htm">The borders of the lot of Judah</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/joshua/15-13.htm">Caleb's portion and conquest</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/joshua/15-16.htm">Othniel, for his valour, marries Achsah, Caleb's daughter</a></span><br><span class="reftext">18. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/joshua/15-18.htm">She obtains a blessing of her father</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/joshua/15-21.htm">The cities of Judah</a></span><br><span class="reftext">63. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/joshua/15-63.htm">The Jebusites unconquered</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/joshua/15.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/joshua/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/joshua/15.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Jarmuth</b><br>Jarmuth was a city located in the Shephelah, the lowland region of Judah. It was one of the cities conquered by Joshua during the southern campaign (<a href="/joshua/10-3.htm">Joshua 10:3, 23</a>). Historically, Jarmuth was a Canaanite city-state, and its king, Piram, joined a coalition against the Israelites. The city is associated with Tell Jarmuth, an archaeological site that has revealed significant findings from the Bronze and Iron Ages, providing insights into the Canaanite and Israelite periods.<p><b>Adullam</b><br>Adullam is best known for its association with David, who sought refuge in the Cave of Adullam while fleeing from King Saul (<a href="/1_samuel/22.htm">1 Samuel 22:1-2</a>). This location became a stronghold for David and his followers. Adullam's strategic position in the Judean hills made it a suitable hideout. The city is also mentioned in the context of the inheritance of the tribe of Judah, indicating its importance in the region. The site is identified with Tell Sheikh Madkhur, where archaeological evidence supports its historical significance.<p><b>Socoh</b><br>Socoh, also spelled Soco, was a town in the Shephelah of Judah. It is mentioned in the context of the Philistine wars, notably as the location where the Philistines camped before the battle with David and Goliath (<a href="/1_samuel/17.htm">1 Samuel 17:1</a>). Socoh's proximity to the Valley of Elah highlights its strategic military importance. The site is identified with Khirbet Shuweikeh, where excavations have uncovered remains from various periods, including the Iron Age.<p><b>Azekah</b><br>Azekah was another fortified city in the Shephelah, playing a significant role in the defense of Judah. It is mentioned in the account of the battle where Joshua commanded the sun to stand still (<a href="/joshua/10-10.htm">Joshua 10:10-11</a>). Azekah's location provided a vantage point over the surrounding valleys, making it a key military site. The city is also noted in the context of the Babylonian conquest, as one of the last cities to fall before Jerusalem (<a href="/jeremiah/34-7.htm">Jeremiah 34:7</a>). The site is identified with Tell Zakariya, where archaeological findings have corroborated its biblical history.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/jarmuth.htm">Jarmuth</a></b><br>A city in the lowlands of Judah, known for its strategic location and involvement in various biblical battles.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/adullam.htm">Adullam</a></b><br>A city with historical significance, notably as a refuge for David when he fled from King Saul. The "Cave of Adullam" is a well-known biblical site.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/socoh.htm">Socoh</a></b><br>A town in the Shephelah region of Judah, mentioned in the context of battles between the Israelites and the Philistines.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/a/azekah.htm">Azekah</a></b><br>Another city in the lowlands of Judah, often associated with military encounters, including the battle where Joshua commanded the sun to stand still.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_geography.htm">God's Sovereignty in Geography</a></b><br>The cities listed in <a href="/joshua/15-35.htm">Joshua 15:35</a> remind us that God is sovereign over all places. Each location has a unique role in His divine plan, whether as a place of refuge, battle, or leadership.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/historical_significance_and_spiritual_lessons.htm">Historical Significance and Spiritual Lessons</a></b><br>Understanding the historical context of these cities can deepen our appreciation for the spiritual lessons they offer, such as reliance on God in times of distress (Adullam) or standing firm in faith during battles (Socoh and Azekah).<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_community_and_leadership.htm">The Importance of Community and Leadership</a></b><br>Adullam serves as a reminder of the importance of community and leadership. David's gathering of followers in the cave illustrates how God can use challenging circumstances to build and prepare leaders.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_deliverance.htm">Trust in God's Deliverance</a></b><br>The battles associated with these cities, particularly Azekah, underscore the theme of trusting in God's deliverance and intervention in seemingly impossible situations.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_joshua_15.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Joshua 15</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_is_the_tribe_of_judah_important.htm">What is the significance of the Tribe of Judah?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/do_joshua_15_1-12's_borders_conflict.htm">Do the territorial descriptions in Joshua 15:1-12 conflict with other biblical texts or known ancient boundaries, suggesting an editorial or historical inconsistency?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/do_nehemiah_11_25-36_sites_match_history.htm">Nehemiah 11:25-36 - Do the recorded locations and populations in Judah and Benjamin align with known historical or archaeological records of the period?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_godand#8217;s_rule_coexist_with_free_will.htm">Can God's sovereignty coexist with human free will?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/joshua/15-35.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Jarmuth,</span><br /><span class="heb">יַרְמוּת֙</span> <span class="translit">(yar·mūṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3412.htm">Strong's 3412: </a> </span><span class="str2">Jarmuth -- a Canaanite city in Judah, also a city in Issachar</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Adullam,</span><br /><span class="heb">וַעֲדֻלָּ֔ם</span> <span class="translit">(wa·‘ă·ḏul·lām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5725.htm">Strong's 5725: </a> </span><span class="str2">Adullam -- a Canaanite city</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Socoh,</span><br /><span class="heb">שׂוֹכֹ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(śō·w·ḵōh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7755.htm">Strong's 7755: </a> </span><span class="str2">Socoh -- two places in Judah</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Azekah,</span><br /><span class="heb">וַעֲזֵקָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(wa·‘ă·zê·qāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5825.htm">Strong's 5825: </a> </span><span class="str2">Azekah -- a place in Judah</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/joshua/15-35.htm">Joshua 15:35 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/joshua/15-35.htm">Joshua 15:35 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/joshua/15-35.htm">Joshua 15:35 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/joshua/15-35.htm">Joshua 15:35 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/joshua/15-35.htm">Joshua 15:35 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/joshua/15-35.htm">Joshua 15:35 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/joshua/15-35.htm">Joshua 15:35 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/joshua/15-35.htm">Joshua 15:35 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/joshua/15-35.htm">Joshua 15:35 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/joshua/15-35.htm">Joshua 15:35 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/joshua/15-35.htm">OT History: Joshua 15:35 Jarmuth Adullam Socoh Azekah (Josh. 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