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and the border turned about it on the north to Hannathon; and the goings out of it were at the valley of Iphtah-el;

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Real Places, Real History

Commentators focus on identifying the locations mentioned, such as Hannathon and the valley of Iphtah-el. Scholars connect these ancient names to known historical sites, like Jotapata (famous for its defense against the Romans), and even suggest the name Iphtah-el means 'God's opening.' This detailed geography grounds the biblical account in real-world history, showing these were not mythical places but a tangible inheritance.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Joshua 19:14

18th Century

Theologian

Hannathon, more properly Channathon, has been supposed by some to be the Cana of Galilee of the New Testament, and Jiphthah-el is probably the pres…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Joshua 19:14

19th Century

Bishop

Hannathon (Kefr-’Andn, sheet 9) is the northeast corner of the boundary. The valley (ravine) of Jiphthah-el (God’s openin…

John Gill

John Gill

On Joshua 19:14

17th Century

Pastor

And the border compasses it from the north side to
Hannathon
This is the northern bor…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Joshua 19:10–16

17th Century

Minister

In the division to each tribe of Israel, the prophetic blessings of Jacob were fulfilled. They chose for themselves, or it was divided to them by l…