Ithnan
LocationsGeographical Setting
Ithnan is an ancient settlement in the territory of Judah, identified with the site of Ethnan referenced by Jerome.
What is the meaning of Ithnan in the Bible?
A town in the South of Judah mentioned along with Hazor and Ziph, apparently the Ethnan of Jerome.
SIGNIFICANCE
The mention of Ithnan in Joshua 15:27 helps readers identify the specific southern boundaries and settlement patterns of the tribe of Judah as described in the biblical text.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Ithnan held strategic importance. Understanding its position and trade routes explains why key biblical events unfolded here.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Ithnan in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Ithnan clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Joshua 15:27
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Ithnan." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/ithnan/