Numbers 13:24
Numbers 13:24 Meaning and Explanation
“The place was called the brook Eshcol, because of the cluster of grapes which the children of Israel cut down from thence.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The valley is named Eshcol after the cluster of grapes the spies harvested there.
The Context of Numbers 13:24
The valley's name memorializes the abundance the spies found there.
What Does Numbers 13:24 Mean?
The naming of the place commemorates the discovery of the enormous grape cluster. This nomenclature becomes a permanent sign of the land's abundance to all future generations.
Place names in Scripture often reflect significant events or characteristics, and Eshcol's name is a lasting tribute to Canaan's fertility.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 13:24
What does Numbers 13:24 mean?
The valley is named Eshcol after the cluster of grapes the spies harvested there.
What is the context of Numbers 13:24?
The valley's name memorializes the abundance the spies found there.