And they have built the high places of Tophet, which is in the valley of the son of Hinnom, to burn their sons and their daughters in the fire; which I commanded them not, neither came it into my heart.
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Glossary
- Hinnom Person
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A deep, narrow ravine separating Mount Zion from the so-called “Hill of Evil Counsel. ” It took its name from “some ancient hero, the son of Hinnom. ” It is first mentioned in Josh. 15:8 .
- Topheth Place
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=Topheth, from Heb. Modern identification: Hinnom Valley.
- Valley of Hinnom Place
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Biblical valley. Modern identification: Hinnom Valley.