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Mizpah

Facts:

Mizpah is the name of several towns mentioned in the Old Testament. It means, "look-out point" or "watchtower."

• When David was being pursued by Saul, he left his parents in Mizpah, under the protection of the king of Moab.
• One city called Mizpah was located on the border between the kingdoms of Judah and Israel. It was a major military center.

(Translation suggestions: Translate Names)

(See also: David, Judah, kingdom of Israel, Moab, Saul (OT))

Bible References:

• 1 Kings 15:20-22
• 1 Samuel 07:5-6
• 1 Samuel 07:10-11
• Jeremiah 40:5-6
• Judges 10:17-18

Word Data:##

• Strong's: H4708, H4709