Japho
LocationsGeographical Setting
Japho is an ancient port city located on the Mediterranean coast, now incorporated into the southern district of Tel Aviv.
What is the meaning of Japho in the Bible?
The King James Version and the American Revised Version margin in Joshua 19:46 refer to Joppa, a coastal city in the territory of Dan.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Japho as Joppa clarifies the geographical setting of the tribal boundaries in Joshua, helping readers visualize the extent of the Danite inheritance along the Mediterranean coast.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Japho (located near modern Jaffa, Israel) 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 Japho in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Japho clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Joshua 19:46
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
"Japho." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/japho/