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Misrephoth-maim

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(literally, “the burning of the waters”) (Josh. 11:8, 13:6). According to the interpreters of the Bible, this name refers to a certain place near Sidon, identical with Zarephath; but according to others, it refers to a gathering of waters or springs at the foot of the promontory of Mushakka, along the seashore between Tyre and Acco, now called Ain Mesheirifeh.

Scripture cited

Joshua 11:8

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