Joshua 19:19
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Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,

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Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,

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Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,

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Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,

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And Hapharaim, and Shion, and Anaharath,

New King James Version
Haphraim, Shion, Anaharath,

New American Standard Bible
Hapharaim, Shion, and Anaharath,

NASB 1995
and Hapharaim and Shion and Anaharath,

NASB 1977
and Hapharaim and Shion and Anaharath,

Legacy Standard Bible
and Hapharaim and Shion and Anaharath,

Amplified Bible
and Hapharaim and Shion and Anaharath,

Christian Standard Bible
Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,

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Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,

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and Hapharaim, and Shion, and Anaharath,

English Revised Version
and Hapharaim, and Shion, and Anaharath;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,

Good News Translation
Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,

International Standard Version
Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,

Majority Standard Bible
Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,

NET Bible
Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,

New Heart English Bible
and Hapharaim, and Shion, and Anaharath,

Webster's Bible Translation
And Hapharaim, and Shihon, and Anaharath,

World English Bible
Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Haphraim, and Shihon, and Anaharath,

Young's Literal Translation
and Haphraim, and Shihon, and Anaharath,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Hapharaim, and Shihon and Anaharoth,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Hapharaim and Seen and Anaharath,

Catholic Public Domain Version
and Hapharaim, and Shion, and Anaharath,

New American Bible
Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,

New Revised Standard Version
Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Haphraim, Shinan, Ahtar,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Khaphiram and Shenan and Akhthar
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Hapharaim, and Shion, and Anaharath;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and Agin, and Siona, and Reeroth,

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Context
Issachar's Inheritance
18Their territory included Jezreel, Chesulloth, Shunem, 19Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath, 20Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez,…

Cross References
Joshua 15:21-32
These were the southernmost cities of the tribe of Judah in the Negev toward the border of Edom: Kabzeel, Eder, Jagur, / Kinah, Dimonah, Adadah, / Kedesh, Hazor, Ithnan, ...

Joshua 21:9-19
From the tribes of Judah and Simeon, they designated these cities by name / to the descendants of Aaron from the Kohathite clans of the Levites, because the first lot fell to them: / They gave them Kiriath-arba (that is, Hebron), with its surrounding pasturelands, in the hill country of Judah. (Arba was the father of Anak.) ...

1 Chronicles 6:54-60
Now these were the territories assigned to the descendants of Aaron from the Kohathite clan for their settlements, because the first lot fell to them: / They were given Hebron in the land of Judah and its surrounding pasturelands. / But the fields and villages around the city were given to Caleb son of Jephunneh. ...

1 Chronicles 6:64-81
So the Israelites gave to the Levites these cities and their pasturelands. / They assigned by lot the cities named above from the tribes of Judah, Simeon, and Benjamin. / And some of the clans of the Kohathites were given cities from the tribe of Ephraim for their territory: ...

1 Kings 4:7-19
Solomon had twelve governors over all Israel to provide food for the king and his household. Each one would arrange provisions for one month of the year, / and these were their names: Ben-hur in the hill country of Ephraim; / Ben-deker in Makaz, in Shaalbim, in Beth-shemesh, and in Elon-beth-hanan; ...

1 Samuel 7:16-17
Every year he would go on a circuit from Bethel to Gilgal to Mizpah, judging Israel in all these places. / Then he would return to Ramah because his home was there, and there he judged Israel and built an altar to the LORD.

1 Samuel 10:5
After that you will come to Gibeah of God, where the Philistines have an outpost. As you approach the city, you will meet a group of prophets coming down from the high place, preceded by harps, tambourines, flutes, and lyres, and they will be prophesying.

2 Samuel 2:1-4
Some time later, David inquired of the LORD, “Should I go up to one of the towns of Judah?” “Go up,” the LORD answered. Then David asked, “Where should I go?” “To Hebron,” replied the LORD. / So David went there with his two wives, Ahinoam of Jezreel and Abigail the widow of Nabal of Carmel. / David also took the men who were with him, each with his household, and they settled in the towns near Hebron. ...

2 Samuel 5:1-5
Then all the tribes of Israel came to David at Hebron and said, “Here we are, your own flesh and blood. / Even in times past, while Saul was king over us, you were the one who led Israel out and brought them back. And to you the LORD said, ‘You will shepherd My people Israel, and you will be ruler over them.’” / So all the elders of Israel came to the king at Hebron, where King David made with them a covenant before the LORD. And they anointed him king over Israel. ...

2 Kings 2:1-2
Shortly before the LORD took Elijah up to heaven in a whirlwind, Elijah and Elisha were on their way from Gilgal, / and Elijah said to Elisha, “Please stay here, for the LORD has sent me on to Bethel.” But Elisha replied, “As surely as the LORD lives and as you yourself live, I will not leave you.” So they went down to Bethel.

2 Kings 4:8-10
One day Elisha went to Shunem, and a prominent woman who lived there persuaded him to have a meal. So whenever he would pass by, he would stop there to eat. / Then the woman said to her husband, “Behold, now I know that the one who often comes our way is a holy man of God. / Please let us make a small room upstairs and put in it a bed, a table, a chair, and a lamp for him. Then when he comes to us, he can stay there.”

2 Chronicles 11:5-10
Rehoboam lived in Jerusalem, and he built up cities for defense in Judah. / He built up Bethlehem, Etam, Tekoa, / Beth-zur, Soco, Adullam, ...

Nehemiah 11:25-30
As for the villages with their fields, some of the people of Judah lived in Kiriath-arba, Dibon, Jekabzeel, and their villages; / in Jeshua, Moladah, and Beth-pelet; / in Hazar-shual; in Beersheba and its villages; ...

Matthew 2:1-6
After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem, / asking, “Where is the One who has been born King of the Jews? We saw His star in the east and have come to worship Him.” / When King Herod heard this, he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him. ...

Matthew 4:12-16
When Jesus heard that John had been imprisoned, He withdrew to Galilee. / Leaving Nazareth, He went and lived in Capernaum, which is by the sea in the region of Zebulun and Naphtali, / to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: ...


Treasury of Scripture

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Hapharaim
Hapharaim is mentioned as one of the towns in the territory allotted to the tribe of Issachar. The name "Hapharaim" is believed to mean "two pits" or "double pit," which may indicate a geographical feature or a characteristic of the area. The exact location of Hapharaim is not definitively known today, but it is thought to have been situated in the fertile Jezreel Valley, an area known for its agricultural productivity. This region was significant in biblical history as a battleground and a place of settlement for several tribes of Israel. The allocation of this land to Issachar reflects the tribe's role in supporting agricultural endeavors and contributing to the sustenance of the nation of Israel.

Shion
Shion is another town listed in the inheritance of the tribe of Issachar. The name "Shion" may mean "ruin" or "desolation," which could suggest a historical event or condition of the town at some point. Like Hapharaim, the precise location of Shion is uncertain, but it is believed to have been in the same general region. The inclusion of Shion in the tribal allotment underscores the comprehensive nature of the land distribution among the tribes, ensuring that each had access to various resources and strategic locations. The mention of Shion also highlights the importance of each town, regardless of its size or prominence, in the overall structure of the Israelite community.

Anaharath
Anaharath is listed as part of Issachar's territory, and its name is thought to mean "answer" or "response." The location of Anaharath is also not precisely identified today, but it is assumed to have been in the vicinity of the other towns mentioned. The name may imply a place of communication or decision-making, possibly serving as a local center for the surrounding area. Anaharath's inclusion in the biblical record emphasizes the detailed nature of the land divisions and the importance of each location in fulfilling God's promise to the descendants of Abraham. The allocation of these towns to Issachar reflects the tribe's integration into the broader narrative of Israel's history and God's covenantal relationship with His people.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Hapharaim
A town allotted to the tribe of Issachar. The name may mean "villages" or "diggings," suggesting a place of settlement or agricultural activity.

2. Shion
Another town within the territory of Issachar. The name could be related to "ruin" or "desolation," possibly indicating a historical event or characteristic of the area.

3. Anaharath
A location in the inheritance of Issachar. The name is less clear in meaning but is part of the detailed territorial boundaries given to the tribes of Israel.
Teaching Points
Understanding Our Inheritance
Just as the tribe of Issachar received specific towns as their inheritance, Christians are called to understand and steward the spiritual inheritance given to them in Christ.

Significance of Place
The specific mention of towns like Hapharaim, Shion, and Anaharath highlights the importance of place in God's plan. Believers should consider how their own locations and communities are part of God's purpose for their lives.

Historical Context and Spiritual Lessons
The names and characteristics of these towns can offer insights into the historical and spiritual lessons God intended for His people. Reflecting on our own history can reveal God's faithfulness and guidance.

Faithfulness in the Small Things
The detailed listing of towns reminds us that God cares about the details. We are called to be faithful in the small things, trusting that God sees and values our efforts.(19) El Farriyeh (sheet 6),En-N'a-rah (sheet 9, near Endor).



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Hapharaim,
וַחֲפָרַ֥יִם (wa·ḥă·p̄ā·ra·yim)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 2663: A place in Issachar

Shion,
וְשִׁיאֹ֖ן (wə·šî·’ōn)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 7866: Shion -- a place in Issachar

Anaharath,
וַאֲנָחֲרַֽת׃ (wa·’ă·nā·ḥă·raṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 588: Anaharath -- a city in Issachar


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