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Podcast: Wrestling with Theology
Episode: Moment of Meditation: Philistines (Genesis 10:13-14)
Description: Egypt fathered Ludim, Anamim, Lehabim, Naphtuhim, Pathrusim, Casluhim (from whom the Philistines came), and Caphtorim. Genesis 10:13-14
Of all the nations surrounding Israel, no one caused them more trouble than the Philistines. As you go through Joshua, Judges and the books of Samuel, it seems that Israel is constantly at war with the Philistines. Not surprising since they descend from Egypt. There must be a connection there.
In the wars between Israel and the Philistines, it seems the Philistines have the upper hand most times. The Philistines captured the Ark of the Covenant. Goliath blasphemed...