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- Hebron - Wikipedia
Hebron is capital of the Hebron Governorate, the largest governorate in the West Bank With a population of 201,063 in the city limits, the adjacent metropolitan area within the governorate is home to over 700,000 people Hebron spans across an area of 74 1 square kilometres (28 6 sq mi)
- What is the significance of Hebron in the Bible?
Hebron is significant in the Bible for a couple of reasons Hebron is first mentioned in Genesis 13:18 as a place where Abram (later known as Abraham) traveled after parting company with his nephew Lot
- 22 Facts About Hebron Every Jew Should Know - Chabad. org
Hebron appears to have been a major political, social and spiritual center in the era of King David Before David ruled in Jerusalem, Hebron was the seat of his monarchy for seven and a half years 9 Years later, it was there that his son Absalom started his rebellion
- Hebron | Ancient City, Palestinian Territory | Britannica
Hebron, city in the West Bank, situated in the southern Judaean Hills south-southwest of Jerusalem Located about 3,050 feet (930 metres) above sea level, Hebron long benefited from its mountainous clime, which encouraged the cultivation of fruit trees and vineyards
- Definition of Hebron in the Bible
Hebron was given to the tribe of Judah after Israel entered the Promised Land It was not only designated a Levitical city but also one of the six special cities of refuge (Joshua 20:7)
- History Overview of Hebron - Jewish Virtual Library
Hebron (Al-Khalil in Arabic) is about 20 miles (32 km) south of Jerusalem and is built on several hills and wadis, most of which run north to south The Hebrew word Hebron is derived from the Hebrew word for friend (haver), a description for the Patriarch Abraham
- The Ancient City of Hebron - TheTorah. com
Hebron was (and still is) the foremost city in the Judean hill country south of Jerusalem The name Hebron likely derives from the Hebrew root ח ב ר, meaning “friend ” The name is known from ancient stamp seals (see discussion further on) as well as from the Bible
- Old City of Hebron - Wikipedia
The Old City of Hebron (Arabic: البلدة القديمة الخليل Hebrew: עיר העתיקה של חברון) is the historic city centre of Hebron in the West Bank, Palestine
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