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Hebron

Facts:

Hebron was a city located in the high, rocky hills about 20 miles south of Jerusalem.

The city was built around 2000 BC during the time of Abram. It was mentioned many times in the historical accounts given in the Old Testament.
Hebron had a very important role in King David's life. Several of his sons, including Absalom, were born there.
The city was destroyed around AD 70 by the Romans.

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(See also: Absalom)

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