Tochen
LocationsGeographical Setting
Tochen is an ancient settlement in the southern territory of Judah, specifically associated with the tribal allotment of Simeon.
What is the meaning of Tochen in the Bible?
Tochen is listed among the cities of Simeon in 1 Chronicles 4:32, appearing alongside Rimmon and Ashan. It is absent from the territorial distribution recorded in the Book of Joshua, though the Septuagint identifies a corresponding site named Thokka.
SIGNIFICANCE
The inclusion of Tochen in Chronicles clarifies the extent of Simeonite settlements in the Negev region, offering insight into the administrative and geographic organization of the tribe during the post-exilic period.
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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.