Numbers 13:21

Numbers 13:21 Meaning and Explanation

So they went up, and searched the land from the wilderness of Zin unto Rehob, as men come to Hamath.

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The spies begin their reconnaissance, traveling from the southern wilderness of Zin northward to Rehob near Hamath.

The Context of Numbers 13:21

The spies begin their forty-day reconnaissance journey across Canaan.

What Does Numbers 13:21 Mean?

The spies undertake a comprehensive survey of Canaan, traveling from south to north across the entire land. The wilderness of Zin marks the southern boundary, while Rehob and Hamath represent the northern extent of their reconnaissance.

This extended journey allows them to observe the full diversity of the land—its geography, inhabitants, settlements, and resources across all regions.

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What does Numbers 13:21 mean?

The spies begin their reconnaissance, traveling from the southern wilderness of Zin northward to Rehob near Hamath.

What is the context of Numbers 13:21?

The spies begin their forty-day reconnaissance journey across Canaan.

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