Numbers 34:4 Meaning and Explanation
“And your border shall turn from the south to the ascent of Akrabbim, and pass on to Zin: and the going forth thereof shall be from the south to Kadeshbarnea, and shall go on to Hazaraddar, and pass on to Azmon:”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The southern border turns north through Akrabbim and proceeds toward Azmon via Kadeshbarnea.
The Context of Numbers 34:4
Detailed southern border route with specific landmark locations.
What Does Numbers 34:4 Mean?
The boundary line angles northward from the salt sea along the ascent of Akrabbim, a steep ridge in the Negev wilderness. From there it continues to Zin and Kadeshbarnea, where Israel had camped decades earlier and where the spies' negative report had triggered forty years of wandering.
The route curves through several named locations—Hazaraddar and Azmon—before meeting the Egyptian border. Each checkpoint serves as a visible geographic marker ensuring that tribal leaders can identify their allotted lands with precision.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 34:4
What does Numbers 34:4 mean?
The southern border turns north through Akrabbim and proceeds toward Azmon via Kadeshbarnea.
What is the context of Numbers 34:4?
Detailed southern border route with specific landmark locations.