Janum
LocationsGeographical Setting
Janum is an ancient settlement mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, identified in some scholarly traditions with the site of modern-day Khirbet el-Maqatir or similar locations in the Judean hill country.
What is the meaning of Janum in the Bible?
Janum is a biblical location listed among the cities of Judah, often associated with the tribe of Simeon or Judah depending on the textual variant, and is distinct from the city of Janim.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding the precise identification of Janum aids in reconstructing the territorial boundaries of the tribes of Judah and Simeon, providing context for the administrative divisions described in the Book of Joshua.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
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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.