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Barnes' Notes on Joshua 4:13

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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The plains of Jericho, consisting of the higher terrace of the Jordan valley, are almost seven miles broad. The mountains of Judaea here recede somewhat from the river, and leave a level and fertile space, which, at the time of Joshua’s invasion, was principally occupied by a forest of palms. Hence, the name “city of palms,” Deuteronomy 34:3. return to 'Top of Page'
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