And unto Caleb the son of Jephunneh he gave a part among the children of Judah,.... That is, Joshua gave it to him.
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Joshua 15:13
Joshua 15:13
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HOMILIES BY J. WAITEJoshua 15:13-19Joshua 15:13-19 · Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole BibleThe historian seems pleased with every occasion to make mention of
Caleb and to do him honour, because he had honoured God in following
him fully. Observe,
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