Post by Lee on Jan 21, 2014 1:27:08 GMT
Shechem (sometimes called Sichem, 12:6, or Sychem, Acts 7:16), is about 40 miles north of Hebron. It is in Mount Ephraim. The vale of Shechem is described as one of the loveliest spots, not in Palestine only, but on the face of the earth. This is the city which was plundered by Simeon and Levi, in revenge for the outrage on Dinah (chap. 34.) After the conquest Shechem became a Levitical city and a city of refuge (Josh. 20:7). Jeroboam, after his revolt against Rehoboam, built Shechem and dwelt there (1 Kings 12:25).
Vol. 19: The Christadelphian: Volume 19. 2001 (electronic ed.) (411). Birmingham: Christadelphian Magazine & Publishing Association.
It may have also been the area given to Joseph by Jacob (John 4:5)
Isn't it interesting that the city where Levi and Simeon killed all these men, later became a city of Refuge!
Vol. 19: The Christadelphian: Volume 19. 2001 (electronic ed.) (411). Birmingham: Christadelphian Magazine & Publishing Association.
It may have also been the area given to Joseph by Jacob (John 4:5)
Isn't it interesting that the city where Levi and Simeon killed all these men, later became a city of Refuge!