Two final insights that complete the picture:
What is the meaning of the phrase so common in the Bible: “From Dan to Be`er Sheva”? What distinguishes these two cities? And how does it relate to the unique altar found in Be`er Sheva?
Why is Jacob afraid precisely when he is on his way to Be`er Sheva? How does this relate to the central theme of the city as we have learned – the encounter with other nations and the material world?
And with this theme, we will conclude the series of lectures on Be`er Sheva!
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