Topical Encyclopedia Adadah is a location mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the context of the tribal allotments in the Book of Joshua. It is identified as one of the towns in the territory assigned to the tribe of Judah. The reference to Adadah is found in Joshua 15:22, which lists it among other towns in the southern part of Judah's inheritance. The Berean Standard Bible renders this verse as follows:"Kinah, Dimonah, and Adadah." The precise location of Adadah is not definitively known today, and it is not mentioned elsewhere in the biblical text. Its inclusion in the list of towns suggests it was a recognized settlement during the time of the Israelite conquest and settlement of Canaan. The town's mention alongside other locations in the Negev region indicates it was part of the arid southern landscape of Judah, an area characterized by its desert terrain and sparse vegetation. The historical and archaeological evidence for Adadah is limited, and it has not been conclusively identified with any modern site. Some scholars have attempted to associate it with various ruins or ancient sites in the Negev, but these identifications remain speculative. In the broader biblical narrative, the listing of towns such as Adadah in the tribal allotments underscores the fulfillment of God's promise to give the land of Canaan to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The detailed enumeration of towns and boundaries in the Book of Joshua reflects the importance of land inheritance in Israelite society, serving as a tangible sign of God's covenant faithfulness. Adadah, though not prominent in biblical history, is part of the intricate tapestry of locations that formed the backdrop for the unfolding account of God's people in the Old Testament. Its mention in the Scriptures, albeit brief, contributes to the understanding of the geographical and historical context of ancient Israel. Concordance Ada'dah (1 Occurrence)Joshua 15:22 Thesaurus Ada'dah (1 Occurrence)Ada'dah. Adadah, Ada'dah. Adadrimmon . Multi-Version Concordance Ada'dah (1 Occurrence). Joshua 15:22 and Kinah, and Dimonah, and Adadah; (See RSV). ... /a/ada'dah.htm - 6k Adadah (1 Occurrence) Adadrimmon Resources Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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