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Peniel

Site along the Jabbok River where Jacob wrestled through the night with the divine messenger and received the name Israel.

Geographical Setting

Biblical Region: Gilead · Modern Location: Tulul edh-Dhahab, Jabbok River, Jordan · Coordinates: 32.195, 35.7 · Location Precision: probable

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