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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)

Bible References:

• 2 Samuel 2:10-11
• Genesis 13:18
• Genesis 23:1-2
• Genesis 35:27
• Genesis 37:12-14
• Judges 1:10
• Numbers 13:22

Word Data:

• Strong’s: H2275, H2276