Me-Jarkon
LocationsGeographical Setting
A biblical site identified with the Yarkon River in the territory of the tribe of Dan.
What is the meaning of Me-Jarkon in the Bible?
The Hebrew phrase may mean 'yellow water' and refers to the waters of Jarkon, but the text in Jos 19:46 is considered corrupt.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying this location clarifies the geographical boundaries of the tribe of Dan in the ancient Near East.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Me-Jarkon (located near modern Yarkon River, 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 Me-Jarkon in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Me-Jarkon clarify?
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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.
How to Cite This Entry
"Me-Jarkon." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/mejarkon/