Judg 1:11

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And Caleb.

The whole of this account is found in Jos 15:13-19, and seems to be inserted here by way of recapitulation.

Josh 15:16; Josh 15:17; 1Sam 17:25; 1Sam 18:23

to him.

In ancient times fathers assumed an absolute right over their children, especially in disposing of them in marriage; and it was customary for a king or great man to promise his daughter in marriage to him who should take a city, etc.