Biblical References:
Hannathon is mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of Joshua. It is referenced in the context of the territorial boundaries of the tribes of Israel. The specific verse is Joshua 19:14: "Then the border circled westward to Hannathon and ended at the Valley of Iphtah El."

Geographical Context:
Hannathon is identified as a city within the territory allotted to the tribe of Zebulun. The precise location of Hannathon is not definitively known today, but it is generally believed to have been situated in the northern part of ancient Israel, within the region that was assigned to Zebulun. The mention of the Valley of Iphtah El provides a geographical marker that helps to approximate its location.

Historical Significance:
In the context of the tribal allotments described in the Book of Joshua, Hannathon served as a boundary marker. The delineation of tribal territories was a significant aspect of the Israelites' settlement in the Promised Land, as it established the areas of inheritance for each of the twelve tribes. The mention of cities like Hannathon underscores the importance of clearly defined borders in maintaining tribal identity and organization.

Cultural and Theological Insights:
The allocation of land to the tribes of Israel, including the mention of cities such as Hannathon, reflects the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs—Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—regarding the inheritance of the land. The detailed descriptions of boundaries and cities in the Book of Joshua highlight the faithfulness of God in providing for His people and establishing them in the land He had promised.

Theologically, the division of the land among the tribes can be seen as a precursor to the spiritual inheritance promised to believers in the New Testament. Just as the Israelites received a physical inheritance, Christians are promised a spiritual inheritance through faith in Jesus Christ.

Archaeological Considerations:
While the exact location of Hannathon remains uncertain, archaeological efforts continue to explore the ancient sites of Israel to uncover more information about cities mentioned in the Bible. Discoveries in the region of ancient Zebulun may one day provide more clarity on the location and significance of Hannathon.

Conclusion:
Hannathon, though briefly mentioned in the biblical text, plays a role in the broader narrative of Israel's settlement in the Promised Land. Its inclusion in the territorial descriptions of the tribe of Zebulun serves as a testament to the historical and theological themes of land, inheritance, and divine promise that permeate the Scriptures.Hannathon

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Hannathon

(gracious), one of the cities of Zebulun. (Joshua 19:14)

HANNATHON

han'-a-thon (channathon): A city on the northern boundary of Zebulun (Joshua 19:14). It is probably identical with Kefar Hananyah, which the Mishna gives as marking the northern limit of lower Galilee (Neubauer, Geog. du Talmud, 179). It is represented by the modern Kefr 'Anan, about 3 miles Southeast of er-Rameh.

2615. Channathon -- a place in Zebulun
... 2614, 2615. Channathon. 2616 . a place in Zebulun. Transliteration: Channathon
Phonetic Spelling: (khan-naw-thone') Short Definition: Hannathon. ... Hannathon. ...
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...HANNATHON. han'-a-thon (channathon): A city on the northern boundary of Zebulun
(Joshua 19:14). ... Multi-Version Concordance Hannathon (1 Occurrence). ...
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Han'nathon (1 Occurrence)
Han'nathon. Hannathon, Han'nathon. Hanniel . Multi-Version Concordance
Han'nathon (1 Occurrence). ... Hannathon, Han'nathon. Hanniel . Reference Bible.
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Zebulun (46 Occurrences)
... Northwest. The line ran northward from Mt. Tabor, keeping on the heights
West of the Sea of Galilee, on to Kerr `Anan (Hannathon). It ...
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Northwards (4 Occurrences)
... Arabah; (DBY). Joshua 19:14 and the border turned round it northwards to
Hannathon: and ended in the valley of Jiphthah-el; ... (DBY). ...
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Outgoings (21 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:14 And the border compasseth it on the north side to Hannathon: and the
outgoings thereof are in the valley of Jiphthahel: (KJV YLT). ...
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Jiphthah-el (2 Occurrences)
... Jiphthah-el (2 Occurrences). Joshua 19:14 and the border turned round it northwards
to Hannathon: and ended in the valley of Jiphthah-el; ... (DBY WBS YLT). ...
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Jiphthahel (2 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:14 And the border compasseth it on the north side to Hannathon: and
the outgoings thereof are in the valley of Jiphthahel: (KJV). ...
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Iphtahel (2 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:14 and the border turned about it on the north to Hannathon; and the goings
out thereof were at the valley of Iphtah-el; (See JPS NAS). ...
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Iphtah-el (2 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:14 and the border turned about it on the north to Hannathon; and the
goings out thereof were at the valley of Iphtah-el; (ASV BBE). ...
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Iph'tahel (2 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:14 And the border turned about it on the north to Hannathon; and the
goings out thereof were at the valley of Iphtahel; (See RSV). ...
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