Adullam

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Adullam

Meaning - Adlai

A canaanite city in Judah (Josh. 12:15; 15:35) that was fortified by Rehoboam 2Ch 11:7 It is mentioned as "the glory of Israel" (Micah 1:15).

This is the place of David's victory over Goliath (1 Sam. 17:2), and not far from Gath. The Cave of Adullam is where David hid when he fled from Saul. From here three of his men went to get him water from the well at Bethlehem.

It has ben identified as Tell esh-Shekikh Madhkur (Horvat 'Adullam), midway between Jerusalem and Lachish

The Cave of Adullam has been discovered about 2 miles south of the scene of David's triumph, and about 13 miles west from Bethlehem. At this place is a hill some 500 feet high pierced with numerous caverns, in one of which David gathered together "every one that was in distress, and every one that was in debt, and every one that was discontented" (1 Sam. 22:2).

Scriptures

Josh 12:15

Josh 15:35

1Sam 22:1

2Sam 23:13

1Ch 11:15

2Ch 11:7

Neh 11:30

Mic 1:15