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Every named place in the Bible, located with stated precision and uncertainty, with the verses that name each one.
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Antioch
Antioch on the Orontes was one of the great cities of the Roman world and the home of the first largely Gentile church. Believers were first called Christians there, Barnabas and Saul taught there for a year, and the church sent them out on the first missionary journey.
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Bethany
Bethany was a village on the eastern side of the Mount of Olives, a short walk from Jerusalem, and the home of Martha, Mary, and Lazarus. Jesus raised Lazarus there, was anointed there, lodged there during the final week, and led His disciples out toward Bethany before His ascension.
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Bethlehem
Bethlehem is a town in the Judean hills south of Jerusalem. It was the hometown of David and, according to Matthew and Luke, the birthplace of Jesus. The prophet Micah named it as the place from which Israel's ruler would come.
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Caesarea
Caesarea was the Roman administrative capital of Judea, a harbor city on the Mediterranean built by Herod the Great. Philip settled there, the centurion Cornelius lived there when Peter brought him the Gospel, and Paul was later held there for two years before his appeal to Caesar.
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Caesarea Philippi
Caesarea Philippi was a city at the foot of Mount Hermon, rebuilt by Herod's son Philip and named for Caesar and for himself. In the villages around it Jesus asked His disciples who they said He was, and Peter answered that He is the Christ.
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Cana
Cana was a village in Galilee where Jesus turned water into wine at a wedding, the first of His signs in John's Gospel, and where He later healed an official's son from a distance. Nathanael was from Cana.
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Capernaum
Capernaum was a fishing town on the north shore of the Sea of Galilee that became the base of Jesus's Galilean ministry. Matthew calls it His own town; the Gospels place many healings and synagogue teachings there.
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Damascus
Damascus is an ancient city of Syria, named in Genesis and throughout the history of Israel's kings and prophets. Saul of Tarsus was traveling there to arrest believers when the risen Jesus met him on the road, and in Damascus he was healed, baptized, and first proclaimed Jesus as the Christ.
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Eden
Eden was the garden God planted in the east and where He placed the first humans, with the tree of life at its center. After the fall, God sent the man and woman out and set cherubim to guard the way back to the tree of life.
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Egypt
Egypt is the great kingdom on the Nile where Jacob's family settled, where Israel was enslaved for generations, and from which God brought them out at the exodus. Centuries later Joseph carried the infant Jesus there to escape Herod, and Matthew heard in the return the words of Hosea: out of Egypt I called my son.
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Emmaus
Emmaus was a village about seven miles from Jerusalem, known only from Luke's account of the two disciples who walked there on the day of the resurrection and recognized Jesus when He broke bread at their table.
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Galilee
Galilee is the northern region of the land where Jesus grew up and carried out most of His public ministry. Isaiah had spoken of light dawning on Zebulun and Naphtali, and Matthew reads the Galilean ministry as that light.
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Gethsemane
Gethsemane was a garden or olive grove at the foot of the Mount of Olives, across the Kidron Valley from Jerusalem, where Jesus often met with His disciples. On the night of His arrest He prayed there in anguish and was betrayed there by Judas.
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Golgotha
Golgotha, meaning Place of the Skull, was the site just outside Jerusalem's walls where Jesus was crucified. The Gospels give its name but not a precise location, and two sites in modern Jerusalem are proposed.
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Jericho
Jericho is an ancient oasis city in the Jordan Valley, the first city Israel took under Joshua and, in the Gospels, the last stop before Jesus climbed to Jerusalem. There He healed blind Bartimaeus and stayed at the house of Zacchaeus.
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Jerusalem
Jerusalem is the city David made his capital and where Solomon built the temple. In the Gospels it is where Jesus taught in the temple, shared the Last Supper, was tried, crucified, and rose, and where the church was born at Pentecost.
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Jordan River
The Jordan is the river that flows south from the foothills of Mount Hermon, through the Sea of Galilee, and on to the Dead Sea. Israel crossed it into the promised land under Joshua, and John the Baptist baptized in it, including the baptism of Jesus.
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Mount Sinai
Mount Sinai, also called Horeb, is the mountain where God spoke to Moses from the burning bush and where, after the exodus, He gave Israel the ten commandments and made a covenant with them amid fire, cloud, and trumpet sound.
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Mount of Olives
The Mount of Olives is the ridge east of Jerusalem across the Kidron Valley, facing the temple. David climbed it weeping in flight from Absalom, Zechariah placed the Lord's feet on it, and Jesus began the triumphal entry from it, taught the Olivet discourse on it, prayed in Gethsemane on its slope, and ascended from it.
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Nazareth
Nazareth was a small village in Lower Galilee where Jesus grew up, which is why He is called Jesus of Nazareth. Luke records the annunciation to Mary there and Jesus's later rejection in its synagogue.
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Sea of Galilee
The Sea of Galilee is the freshwater lake in northern Israel, also called Gennesaret and Tiberias, around which most of Jesus's Galilean ministry took place. He called fishermen on its shore, taught from boats, calmed its storm, and walked on its water.
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The temple in Jerusalem
The temple in Jerusalem was the house of God at the center of Israel's worship, rebuilt after the exile and greatly enlarged by Herod the Great. Jesus was presented there as an infant, taught in its courts, drove out the traders, foretold its destruction, and was accused at His trial of threatening it.
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Wilderness of Judea
The wilderness of Judea is the dry country east of Jerusalem falling toward the Jordan valley and the Dead Sea. John the Baptist preached there, and the Gospels place the forty days of Jesus's testing in the wilderness after His baptism.
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All places A to Z
990 places from STEPBible TIPNR (CC BY 4.0), each with every verse that names them.
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Gaash
Gaash, a mountain in the region of Ephraim, was the burial place of Joshua and the homeland of two of David's mighty men. Mentioned in 4 verses across 4 books, first at Joshua 24:30.
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Gabbatha
Gabbatha, also known as the Stone Pavement, was the location in Jerusalem where Pontius Pilate sat in judgment over Jesus. Mentioned once in Scripture, at John 19:13.
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Galatia
Galatia, a region in Asia Minor, was the recipient of Paul's epistle to the Galatians and was visited by Paul on his missionary journeys (Act.16.6; 18:23; 1Co.16.1; Galatians 1:2; 3:1; 6:18; 2Ti.4.10; 1Pe.1.1). Mentioned in 8 verses across 5 books, first at Acts 16:6.
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Gallim
Gallim, a town in Benjamin, was the home of Paltiel, Michal's husband, and is mentioned in a prophecy of Isaiah. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Samuel 25:44.
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Gamad
The Gamad were a people group mentioned in Ezekiel's prophecy as defenders of the towers of Tyre. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Ezekiel 27:11.
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Gareb
Gareb, a hill mentioned in Jeremiah 31:39, was located near Jerusalem and was to be included within the city's future boundaries. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Jeremiah 31:39.
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Gath
Gath, one of the five major Philistine cities, was the hometown of Goliath and a place of refuge for David during his flight from Saul. Mentioned in 41 verses across 10 books, first at Joshua 11:22.
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Gath-hepher
Gath-hepher, a town in the territory of Zebulun, was the hometown of the prophet Jonah. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Joshua 19:13.
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Gath-rimmon
Gath-rimmon, a Levitical city, was allotted to the Kohathite Levites within the territories of Dan and Manasseh. Mentioned in 3 verses across 2 books, first at Joshua 19:45.
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Gaza
Gaza, one of the five major Philistine cities, was the site of Samson's exploits and a place visited by Philip the evangelist in the early church. Mentioned in 23 verses across 13 books, first at Genesis 10:19.
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Ge-harashim
Ge-harashim, the Valley of Craftsmen, was inhabited by some Benjamites after the return from the Babylonian exile. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 4:14.
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Geba
Geba, a Levitical city in the territory of Benjamin, was located on the northern border of the kingdom of Judah (Joshua 18:24; 1Ki.15.22). Mentioned in 16 verses across 10 books, first at Joshua 18:24.
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Gebal
Gebal, a Phoenician city known for its skilled builders, was allied against Israel and provided materials for Solomon's temple. Mentioned in 3 verses across 3 books, first at Joshua 13:5.
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Gebim
Gebim, a town in Benjamin, is mentioned in Isaiah's prophecy describing the advance of the Assyrian army towards Jerusalem. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Isaiah 10:31.
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Gederah
Gederah, a town in Judah, was the home of Baal-hanan, one of David's overseers, and Jozabad, one of his mighty men. Mentioned in 4 verses across 2 books, first at Joshua 15:36.
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Gederoth
Gederoth, a town in Judah, was captured by the Philistines during the reign of King Ahaz. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Joshua 15:41.
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Gederothaim
Gederothaim, a town in Judah, is mentioned in the list of cities allotted to the tribe of Judah. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Joshua 15:36.
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Gedor
Gedor, a region where some Simeonites went to find pasture for their flocks during the reign of King Hezekiah. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 4:39.
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Gedor
Gedor (or Geder), a town in the hill country of Judah, was the home of several members of Judahite clans. Mentioned in 5 verses across 2 books, first at Joshua 12:13.
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Gennesaret
Gennesaret, a fertile plain on the northwest shore of the Sea of Galilee, was the location of several events in Jesus' ministry. Mentioned in 3 verses across 3 books, first at Matthew 14:34.
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Gerar
Gerar, a Philistine city, was the location of Abraham and Isaac's encounters with Abimelech and the site of a battle during King Asa's reign. Mentioned in 10 verses across 2 books, first at Genesis 10:19.
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Gerasa
Gerasa (or Gadara), a region southeast of the Sea of Galilee, was the location where Jesus healed a demon-possessed man. Mentioned in 4 verses across 3 books, first at Matthew 8:28.
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Gerizim Mount
Mount Gerizim, a mountain in Samaria, was designated as the site for pronouncing blessings and was the location of Jotham's parable to the men of Shechem. Mentioned in 4 verses across 3 books, first at Deuteronomy 11:29.
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Geruth Chimham
Geruth Chimham, a lodging place near Bethlehem, served as a temporary refuge for Johanan and his group after the murder of Gedaliah. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Jeremiah 41:17.
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Geshur
Geshur, an Aramean kingdom ruled by Talmai, was the homeland of David's wife Maacah and a refuge for Absalom after he murdered his half-brother Amnon. Mentioned in 14 verses across 5 books, first at Deuteronomy 3:14.
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Gezer
Gezer, also known as Gob, was a Canaanite city conquered by Joshua and later by David, and it was fortified by Solomon (Joshua 10:33; 12:12; 16:3, 10; 21:21; Judges 1:29; 2Sa.5.25; 21:18-19; 1Ki.9.15-17; 1Ch.6.67; 7:28; 14:16; 20:4, 10; 21:21; Judges 1:29; 2Sa.5.25; 21:18-19; 1Ki.9.15-17; 1Ch.6.67; 7:28; 14:16; 20:4). Mentioned in 16 verses across 5 books, first at Joshua 10:33.
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Giah
Giah was a place near Gibeon where Joab and Abishai pursued Abner after the battle at the pool of Gibeon. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 2 Samuel 2:24.
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Gibbethon
Gibbethon, a Levitical city in the territory of Dan, was the site of conflict during the reigns of Nadab and Baasha (Joshua 19:44; 21:23; 1Ki.15.27; 16:15, 17). Mentioned in 5 verses across 2 books, first at Joshua 19:44.
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Gibeah
Gibeah, a town in the hill country of Judah, was the hometown of Maacah, the mother of King Abijah (Joshua 15:57; 2Ch.13.2). Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Joshua 15:57.
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Gibeah
Gibeah, a city of Benjamin, was the hometown of Saul and the site of infamous atrocities during the time of the judges (Judges 19-20; 1Sa.10.5, 10, 26; 15:34; Hosea 9:9; 10:9). Mentioned in 45 verses across 7 books, first at Joshua 18:28.
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Gibeath-elohim
Gibeath-elohim, meaning "Hill of God," was a place near Gibeah where a garrison of Philistines was located (1Sa.10.5). Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Samuel 10:5.
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Gibeon
Gibeon was a prominent Hivite city that deceived Joshua into making a peace treaty, and later became a Levitical city and site of worship. Mentioned in 44 verses across 10 books, first at Joshua 9:3.
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Gidom
Gidom was a place near Gibeah where the Benjamites were pursued and defeated during the Benjamite War (Judges 20:45). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Judges 20:45.
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Gihon
Gihon refers to both a river of Eden (Genesis 2:13) and a spring near Jerusalem (1Ki.1.33, 38, 45; 2Ch.32.30; 33:14). Mentioned in 6 verses across 3 books, first at Genesis 2:13.
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Gilboa
Mount Gilboa was the site of a battle where Saul and his sons were killed by the Philistines (1Sa.28.4; 2Sa.1.21; 21:12). Mentioned in 3 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Samuel 28:4.
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Gilboa Mount
Mount Gilboa was the site where Saul and his sons were killed in battle against the Philistines (1Sa.31.1, 8; 2Sa.1.6; 1Ch.10.1, 8; Judges 7:3). Mentioned in 6 verses across 4 books, first at Judges 7:3.
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Gilead
Gilead refers to a mountainous region east of the Jordan River, as well as being a personal name for several individuals in the Old Testament. Mentioned in 90 verses across 21 books, first at Genesis 31:21.
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Gilgal
Gilgal, a place associated with the prophets Elijah and Elisha, was the starting point of Elijah's final journey and the location of a prophetic community (2Ki.2.1; 4:38). Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at 2 Kings 2:1.
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Gilgal
Gilgal, also known as Geliloth, Beth-gilgal, or Gibeath-haaraloth, was a significant site during Israel's early history in Canaan, serving as a base for Joshua and a place of worship (Deu.11.30; Joshua 4:19-20; 5:3,9-10; 14:6; Judges 2:1; 11:14-15; 15:12-33; Hosea 9:15). Mentioned in 38 verses across 9 books, first at Deuteronomy 11:30.
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Giloh
Giloh, also known as Gilo, was a city in Judah and the hometown of Ahithophel, David's counselor who later conspired with Absalom (Joshua 15:51; 2Sa.15.12; 23:34). Mentioned in 3 verses across 2 books, first at Joshua 15:51.
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Gimzo
Gimzo was a city in the plain of Judah that was captured by the Philistines during the reign of Ahaz (2Ch.28.18). Mentioned once in Scripture, at 2 Chronicles 28:18.
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Gittaim
Gittaim was a town where the Beerothites fled and was later inhabited by the Benjamites after the Babylonian exile. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 2 Samuel 4:3.
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Goah
Goah was a place near Jerusalem, mentioned in the context of a prophetic description of the city's future restoration (Jeremiah 31:39). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Jeremiah 31:39.
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Gog
Gog is mentioned in the prophetic books of Ezekiel and Revelation as a symbolic enemy of God's people who will be defeated in the end times (Ezk.38.2, 3, 14, 16, 18; 39:1, 11; Revelation 20:8). Mentioned in 8 verses across 2 books, first at Ezekiel 38:2.
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Golan
Golan was a city of refuge in Bashan, allotted to the Levites of the family of Gershon and located in the territory of the half-tribe of Manasseh (Deu.4.43; Joshua 20:8; 21:27; 1Ch.6.71). Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Deuteronomy 4:43.
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Gomorrah
Gomorrah was a wicked city in the plain of Jordan that God destroyed with sulfur and fire, along with Sodom, due to their grave sins. Mentioned in 23 verses across 10 books, first at Genesis 10:19.
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Goshen
Goshen was the region in Egypt where Jacob and his family settled during the time of Joseph, and where the Israelites lived and prospered until the Exodus (Genesis 45:10; 46:28-29, 34; 47:1, 4, 6, 27; 50:8; Exodus 8:22; 9:26). Mentioned in 11 verses across 2 books, first at Genesis 45:10.
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Goshen
Goshen was a town and region in the hill country of Judah, mentioned in the accounts of Joshua's conquests (Joshua 10:41; 11:16; 15:51). Mentioned in 3 verses across 1 book, first at Joshua 10:41.
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Gozan
Gozan was a region in Mesopotamia where Israelite captives from the northern kingdom were deported by the Assyrians (2Ki.17.6; 18:11; 19:12; 1Ch.5.26; Isaiah 37:12). Mentioned in 5 verses across 3 books, first at 2 Kings 17:6.
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Great Sea
The Great Sea, also known as the Sea of the Philistines, refers to the Mediterranean Sea, which formed the western boundary of the Promised Land (Numbers 34:6-7; Joshua 1:4; 9:1; 15:12, 47; 23:4; Ezk.47.10, 15, 19-20; 48:28; Exodus 23:31). Mentioned in 12 verses across 4 books, first at Exodus 23:31.
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Greece
Greece (Javan), a nation and culture mentioned in both the Old and New Testaments. Mentioned in 10 verses across 5 books, first at Isaiah 66:19.
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Guard Gate
The Guard Gate was a gate in Jerusalem's wall, mentioned in Nehemiah 12:39, likely the same as the Muster Gate near the Temple. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Nehemiah 12:39.
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Gur
Gur was a place near Ibleam where Ahaziah, king of Judah, was wounded by Jehu's men while fleeing (2Ki.9.27). Mentioned once in Scripture, at 2 Kings 9:27.
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Gurbaal
Gurbaal was a place inhabited by Arabians, against whom Uzziah, king of Judah, waged war and prevailed (2Ch.26.7). Mentioned once in Scripture, at 2 Chronicles 26:7.
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