Rabbith was a town in the territory of Issachar, mentioned in the list of cities and towns allocated to the tribe during the division of the Promised Land.
Rabbith was a town located in the territory allocated to the tribe of Issachar during the division of the Promised Land under Joshua (Josh. 19:20). It is mentioned only once in the Bible, in the context of the cities and towns that were assigned to Issachar as part of their inheritance (Josh. 19:17-23). The exact location of Rabbith is uncertain, but it is believed to have been situated in the region of the Jezreel Valley, which was known for its fertile land and strategic importance. The Jezreel Valley was a major trade route and a key agricultural area in ancient Israel. The mention of Rabbith in the list of Issachar's towns highlights the allocation of specific territories to each of the twelve tribes of Israel, fulfilling God's promise to give them the land of Canaan as an inheritance. Although little is known about Rabbith beyond its name and general location, its inclusion in the biblical record serves to emphasize the orderly division of the land and the establishment of the tribes in their designated areas.
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(multitude) a town in the territory, perhaps on the boundary, of Issachar. (Joshua 18:20) only.
RAB'BITH (multitude), a town of Issachar, apparently in the southern limit of the tribe, Jos 19:20. Drake would identify it with Arrabeh, but Conder locates it at the present village Raba, on the watershed south of Gilboa.
RAB'BITH (multitude), a town of Issachar, apparently in the southern limit of the tribe, Jos 19:20. Drake would identify it with Arrabeh, but Conder locates it at the present village Raba, on the watershed south of Gilboa.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H7245
Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez,
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