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Socoh and Azekah


Socoh and Azekah


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Socoh and Azekah were located about thirty kilometers (about eighteen miles) southwest of Jerusalem. Socoh was one of three towns by this name in the Old Testament. To indicate which of these towns is intended, the writer adds which belongs to Judah, that is, this Socohwas located in the lowlands of Judah. The name Socoh comes from a root meaning “to hedge” or “to shut in.” nbe translates this name as Vallado, that is, “Enclosure.”

Azekah: another town in the lowlands of Judah, about five kilometers (three miles) north of Socoh. The name means “hoed ground.” nbetranslates this name as Cavada, that is, “Dug out.” More


Omanson, Roger L., and John Ellington. A Handbook on the First Book of Samuel. New York: United Bible Societies, 2001. Print. UBS Handbook Series.

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