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Kedar

Facts:

Kedar was Ishmael's second son. It was also an important city, which was probably named after the man.

  • The city of Kedar is located in the northern part of Arabia near the southern border of Palestine. In Bible times, it was known for its greatness and beauty.
  • The descendants of Kedar formed a large people group that is also called "Kedar."
  • The phrase "dark tents of Kedar" refers to the black goathair tents the people of Kedar lived in.
  • These people raised sheep and goats. They also used camels for transporting things.
  • In the Bible, the phrase "the glory of Kedar" refers to the greatness of that city and its people.

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(See also: Arabia, goat, Ishmael, sacrifice)

Bible References:

Word Data:

  • Strong's: H6938