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Mizpah

Facts:

Mizpah is the name of several towns mentioned in the Old Testament. It means, "look-out point" or "watchtower."

  • When David was being pursued by Saul, he left his parents in Mizpah, under the protection of the king of Moab.
  • One city called Mizpah was located on the border between the kingdoms of Judah and Israel. It was a major military center.

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(See also: David, Judah, kingdom of Israel, Moab, Saul (OT))

Bible References:

Word Data:##

  • Strong's: H4708, H4709