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Nachon

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Geographical Setting

Nachon, also known as Chidon, was a specific site located in the territory of Kiriath-jearim where the Ark of the Covenant was temporarily stored before its final placement in Jerusalem.

What is the meaning of Nachon in the Bible?

Nachon was a location in the territory of Kiriath-jearim identified in 2 Samuel 6:6 as the site where Uzzah was struck down for touching the Ark of the Covenant during its transport to Jerusalem.

SIGNIFICANCE

Identifying Nachon clarifies the geographical progression of the Ark's journey from the house of Obed-edom to Jerusalem, resolving textual variations between Samuel and Chronicles where the site is named Chidon.

Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide

Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Nachon 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 Nachon in this passage?
  • What cultural or historical assumption does Nachon clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned: 2 Samuel 6:6

Related Topics

Beth-MerhakLod; LyddaEbal, MountSheep GateHierapolisCongregation, Mount Of The

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

"Nachon." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/nachon/
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