Emek-keziz is a location mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of Joshua. The name "Emek-keziz" translates to "Valley of Keziz" in English. It is referenced in the context of the territorial allotments given to the tribes of Israel after they entered the Promised Land under the leadership of Joshua.

Biblical Reference:

The only mention of Emek-keziz is found in Joshua 18:21, where it is listed among the cities and locations that were part of the inheritance of the tribe of Benjamin. The verse in the Berean Standard Bible reads:

"Now the cities of the tribe of Benjamin according to their clans were: Jericho, Beth-hoglah, Emek-keziz,"

Geographical Context:

Emek-keziz is identified as a valley, which suggests it was a low-lying area, possibly fertile and suitable for agriculture. The exact location of Emek-keziz is not definitively known today, as it is not mentioned elsewhere in the biblical text or in other historical records. However, its inclusion in the list of cities and locations within the territory of Benjamin places it within the central region of ancient Israel, near other known sites such as Jericho and Beth-hoglah.

Historical and Theological Significance:

The mention of Emek-keziz, though brief, contributes to the detailed account of the division of the land among the tribes of Israel, a fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham regarding the inheritance of the land (Genesis 15:18-21). This division underscores the faithfulness of God in providing for His people and establishing them in the land He had promised.

The allocation of specific territories to each tribe, including the tribe of Benjamin, highlights the organized and divinely guided settlement of the Israelites in Canaan. Each location, including Emek-keziz, played a role in the broader narrative of Israel's history and their relationship with God.

Cultural and Archaeological Insights:

While Emek-keziz itself has not been identified archaeologically, the study of the tribal allotments and the geography of ancient Israel provides insights into the settlement patterns and lifestyle of the Israelites during the period of the Judges. The valleys, such as Emek-keziz, would have been important for agriculture, trade routes, and as natural boundaries between tribal territories.

In summary, Emek-keziz serves as a testament to the historical and theological narrative of the Israelites' settlement in the Promised Land, reflecting the fulfillment of divine promises and the establishment of the tribes in their God-given inheritance.EMEK-KEZIZ

e-mek-ke'-ziz (`emeq qetsits; the King James Version Valley of Keziz (Joshua 18:21)):

A town in Benjamin named between Beth-hoglah and Beth-arabah, and therefore to be sought in the plain, probably South of Jericho. The name has not been recovered.

7104. Qetsits -- a city in Benjamin
... 7103, 7104. Qetsits. 7105 . a city in Benjamin. Transliteration: Qetsits
Phonetic Spelling: (kets-eets') Short Definition: Emek-keziz. ...
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6010. emeq -- a vale
... valley. Word Origin from amoq Definition a vale NASB Word Usage Emek-keziz*
(1), Valley (3), valley (55), valleys (10). dale, vale ...
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Emekkeziz
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia EMEK-KEZIZ. e-mek-ke'-ziz (`emeq qetsits;
the King James Version Valley of Keziz (Joshua 18:21)): A ...
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Emek-keziz (1 Occurrence)
Emek-keziz. Emekkeziz, Emek-keziz. Emek-ke'ziz . Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia
EMEK-KEZIZ. ... Emekkeziz, Emek-keziz. Emek-ke'ziz . Reference Bible.
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Keziz (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. KEZIZ. ke'-ziz (qetsits). See EMEK-KEZIZ. VALLEY
OF KEZIZ. See EMEK-KEZIZ. Multi-Version Concordance Keziz (1 Occurrence). ...
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Emek (2 Occurrences)
... Joshua 18:21 Now the cities of the tribe of the children of Benjamin according to
their families were Jericho, Beth Hoglah, EmekKeziz, (WEB JPS ASV BBE DBY ...
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Emek-ke'ziz (1 Occurrence)
Emek-ke'ziz. Emek-keziz, Emek-ke'ziz. Emek-kezziz . Multi-Version Concordance ...
Emek-keziz, Emek-ke'ziz. Emek-kezziz . Reference Bible.
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Beth-hoglah (2 Occurrences)
... Joshua 18:21 Now the cities of the tribe of the children of Benjamin according to
their families were Jericho, and Beth-hoglah, and Emek-keziz, (ASV BBE DBY ...
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Beth (115 Occurrences)
... Joshua 18:21 Now the cities of the tribe of the children of Benjamin according to
their families were Jericho, Beth Hoglah, EmekKeziz, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE ...
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Clan (96 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). Joshua 18:21 Now the cities of the tribe of the children of Benjamin
according to their families were Jericho, Beth Hoglah, EmekKeziz, (See NIV). ...
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Vale (20 Occurrences)
... 3:14); "vale of Elah" (margin "terebinth") (1 Samuel 17:2); "the King's Vale" (Genesis
14:17); but "the king's dale" (2 Samuel 18:18); "Emekkeziz," the King ...
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