Naphoth-Do'r
TextsWhat is the meaning of Naphoth-Do'r in the Bible?
A place mentioned in Joshua 11:2, which is a marginal reading in the Revised Version. It is not found in the Hebrew text.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this variant reading clarifies the textual history of the conquest narratives and aids in understanding how different manuscript traditions influenced later translations.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Manuscript & Literary Context: Notice how Naphoth-Do'r functions as an authoritative historical witness connecting earlier prophetic promises with scripture's broader fulfillment.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Naphoth-Do'r in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Naphoth-Do'r clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Joshua 11:2
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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
"Naphoth-Do'r." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/naphothdor/