Joshua 15:2
“Their south border was from the uttermost part of the Salt Sea, from the bay that looks southward;”
What does Joshua 15:2 mean?
This verse describes the southern boundary of Judah's tribal land in the Promised Land. The "Salt Sea" is what we now call the Dead Sea, and the passage is mapping out where exactly Judah's territory began. Understanding these geographical markers helped the Israelites know which land belonged to each tribe and prevented disputes over boundaries. The practical detail here—marking a specific bay on the southern shore—shows how seriously God took the distribution of the land. Even in ancient times, clear borders mattered for peace and order among the people.