Joshua 12:10
New International Version
the king of Jerusalem one the king of Hebron one

New Living Translation
The king of Jerusalem The king of Hebron

English Standard Version
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

Berean Standard Bible
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

King James Bible
The king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

New King James Version
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

New American Standard Bible
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

NASB 1995
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

NASB 1977
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

Legacy Standard Bible
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

Amplified Bible
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

Christian Standard Bible
the king of Jerusalem one the king of Hebron one

Holman Christian Standard Bible
the king of Jerusalem one the king of Hebron one

American Standard Version
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

English Revised Version
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
the king of Jerusalem, the king of Hebron,

Good News Translation
Jerusalem, Hebron,

International Standard Version
The king of Jerusalem: 1 The king of Hebron: 1

Majority Standard Bible
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

NET Bible
the king of Jerusalem (one), the king of Hebron (one),

New Heart English Bible
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

Webster's Bible Translation
The king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

World English Bible
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

Young's Literal Translation
The king of Jerusalem, one; The king of Hebron, one;

Smith's Literal Translation
The king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The king of Jerusalem one, the king of Hebron one.

Catholic Public Domain Version
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

New American Bible
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

New Revised Standard Version
the king of Jerusalem one the king of Hebron one
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The one King of Jerusalem, the one King of Khebrun
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
the king of Jerusalem, the king of Chebron,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Kings Defeated West of the Jordan
9the king of Jericho, one; the king of Ai, which is near Bethel, one; 10the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; 11the king of Jarmuth, one; the king of Lachish, one;…

Cross References
Joshua 10:3
Therefore Adoni-zedek king of Jerusalem sent word to Hoham king of Hebron, Piram king of Jarmuth, Japhia king of Lachish, and Debir king of Eglon, saying,

Joshua 11:1
Now when Jabin king of Hazor heard about these things, he sent word to Jobab king of Madon; to the kings of Shimron and Achshaph;

Judges 1:7
Then Adoni-bezek said, “Seventy kings with their thumbs and big toes cut off have gathered the scraps under my table. As I have done to them, so God has repaid me.” And they brought him to Jerusalem, where he died.

1 Samuel 15:8
He captured Agag king of Amalek alive, but devoted all the others to destruction with the sword.

1 Samuel 31:8-10
The next day, when the Philistines came to strip the dead, they found Saul and his three sons fallen on Mount Gilboa. / They cut off Saul’s head, stripped off his armor, and sent messengers throughout the land of the Philistines to proclaim the news in the temples of their idols and among their people. / They put his armor in the temple of the Ashtoreths and hung his body on the wall of Beth-shan.

2 Samuel 2:8-9
Meanwhile, Abner son of Ner, the commander of Saul’s army, took Saul’s son Ish-bosheth, moved him to Mahanaim, / and made him king over Gilead, Asher, Jezreel, Ephraim, and Benjamin—over all Israel.

2 Samuel 21:12
he went and took the bones of Saul and his son Jonathan from the men of Jabesh-gilead, who had stolen them from the public square of Beth-shan where the Philistines had hung the bodies after they had struck down Saul at Gilboa.

1 Kings 2:5
Moreover, you know what Joab son of Zeruiah did to me—what he did to Abner son of Ner and Amasa son of Jether, the two commanders of the armies of Israel. He killed them in peacetime to avenge the blood of war. He stained with the blood of war the belt around his waist and the sandals on his feet.

1 Chronicles 10:8-10
The next day, when the Philistines came to strip the dead, they found Saul and his sons fallen on Mount Gilboa. / They stripped Saul, cut off his head, took his armor, and sent messengers throughout the land of the Philistines to proclaim the news in the temple of their idols and among their people. / They put his armor in the temple of their gods and hung his head in the temple of Dagon.

1 Chronicles 27:29
Shitrai the Sharonite was in charge of the herds grazing in Sharon. Shaphat son of Adlai was in charge of the herds in the valleys.

Psalm 83:9-10
Do to them as You did to Midian, as to Sisera and Jabin at the River Kishon, / who perished at Endor and became like dung on the ground.

Isaiah 10:9
“Is not Calno like Carchemish? Is not Hamath like Arpad? Is not Samaria like Damascus?

Jeremiah 49:2
Therefore, behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will sound the battle cry against Rabbah of the Ammonites. It will become a heap of ruins, and its villages will be burned. Then Israel will drive out their dispossessors, says the LORD.

Ezekiel 25:9
therefore I will indeed expose the flank of Moab beginning with its frontier cities—Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim—the glory of the land.

Amos 1:13-15
This is what the LORD says: “For three transgressions of the Ammonites, even four, I will not revoke My judgment, because they ripped open the pregnant women of Gilead in order to enlarge their territory. / So I will kindle a fire in the walls of Rabbah to consume its citadels amid war cries on the day of battle and a violent wind on the day of tempest. / Their king will go into exile—he and his princes together,” says the LORD.


Treasury of Scripture

The king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;

Jerusalem

Joshua 10:23
And they did so, and brought forth those five kings unto him out of the cave, the king of Jerusalem, the king of Hebron, the king of Jarmuth, the king of Lachish, and the king of Eglon.

Hebron

Joshua 10:3,23,36,37
Wherefore Adonizedek king of Jerusalem sent unto Hoham king of Hebron, and unto Piram king of Jarmuth, and unto Japhia king of Lachish, and unto Debir king of Eglon, saying, …

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the king of Jerusalem, one;
Jerusalem, a significant city throughout biblical history, was originally inhabited by the Jebusites. The mention of its king here highlights its importance even in the early conquest narratives. Jerusalem later becomes the political and spiritual center of Israel under King David (2 Samuel 5:6-9). The city's strategic location made it a key target during Joshua's conquests. The defeat of its king signifies the beginning of Israel's dominance in the region. Jerusalem is also prophetically significant, being central to eschatological events (Zechariah 14:2-4) and the site of Jesus Christ's crucifixion and resurrection, symbolizing the ultimate victory over sin and death.

the king of Hebron, one;
Hebron is one of the oldest cities in the region, with deep patriarchal roots, as it was associated with Abraham, who settled there (Genesis 13:18). It later became a Levitical city and a city of refuge (Joshua 21:11-13). The defeat of its king by Joshua is significant as it represents the reclaiming of a land promised to Abraham and his descendants. Hebron is also where David was anointed king over Judah (2 Samuel 2:1-4), marking the beginning of his reign. The city's history and its connection to the patriarchs underscore the fulfillment of God's promises to Israel.

Persons / Places / Events
1. King of Jerusalem
This refers to the ruler of Jerusalem during the time of Joshua's conquests. Jerusalem was a significant city in biblical history, later becoming the capital of Israel and the site of the Temple.

2. King of Hebron
The ruler of Hebron, another important city in the biblical account. Hebron is notable for its association with the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and later as a city of refuge and a Levitical city.

3. Joshua's Conquests
This verse is part of a larger passage listing the kings defeated by Joshua and the Israelites as they took possession of the Promised Land. It highlights the fulfillment of God's promises to Israel.
Teaching Points
God's Faithfulness in Fulfillment
The listing of defeated kings, including those of Jerusalem and Hebron, demonstrates God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to Israel. Believers can trust in God's promises in their own lives.

Spiritual Warfare and Victory
Just as Joshua led Israel in physical battles, Christians are engaged in spiritual warfare. Victory comes through faith and obedience to God's commands.

Significance of Place in God's Plan
Jerusalem and Hebron are not just historical locations but are integral to God's redemptive plan. Recognizing the significance of place can deepen our understanding of God's work in history.

Leadership and Obedience
Joshua's leadership and the obedience of the Israelites serve as a model for Christian leadership and the importance of following God's direction.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
the king
מֶ֤לֶךְ (me·leḵ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4428: A king

of Jerusalem,
יְרוּשָׁלִַ֙ם֙ (yə·rū·šā·lim)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel

one;
אֶחָ֔ד (’e·ḥāḏ)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

the king
מֶ֥לֶךְ (me·leḵ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4428: A king

of Hebron,
חֶבְר֖וֹן (ḥeḇ·rō·wn)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 2275: Hebron -- 'association, league', a city in southern Judah

one;
אֶחָֽד׃ (’e·ḥāḏ)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first


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