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Kirjathsepher

Places & Geography • Old Testament
Kirjathsepher, meaning “city of books,” was another name for Debir. It was captured by Othniel after Caleb offered his daughter in marriage to its conqueror.
Biblical Usage
Kirjath-sepher appears in the account of its capture by Othniel after Caleb offered his daughter to the conqueror. It is named in Joshua and Judges.
Scripture References
Joshua 15:15 Joshua 15:16 Judges 1:11 Judges 1:12