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Sela-hammahlekoth

Cliff of divisions the name of the great gorge which lies between Hachilah and Maon, south-east of Hebron. This gorge is now called the Wady Malaky. This was the scene of the interview between David and Saul mentioned in 1 Sam. 26:13. Each stood on an opposing cliff, with this deep chasm between.

In the Bible

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Verses where Sela-hammahlekoth is named. Berean Standard Bible (public domain).

  • 1 Samuel 23:28

    So Saul broke off his pursuit of David and went to meet the Philistines. That is why that place is called Sela-hammahlekoth.

Scripture on Sela-hammahlekoth

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Sela-hammahlekoth references

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Sources · Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)

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