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Joshua 15:17

King James Version (KJV)

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And Othniel the son of Kenaz, the brother of Caleb, took it: and he gave him Achsah his daughter to wife.

Joshua 15:17 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Joshua 15:17

Theological / Devotional

Brother of Caleb. It is believed that Kenaz, and not Othniel, was the full brother of Caleb (see ch. 14:6). Othniel later proved himself worthy both of his work and wages, for he afterward became a deliverer and a judge in Israel (Judges 3:9-11).

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