Biblical Reference:
Hazar-hatticon is mentioned in the book of Ezekiel as part of the prophetic vision concerning the boundaries of the land allotted to the tribes of Israel. Specifically, it appears in Ezekiel 47:16, which describes the northern boundary of the land: "Hamath, Berothah, Sibraim (which is between the border of Damascus and the border of Hamath), Hazar-hatticon, which is by the border of Hauran."

Etymology and Meaning:
The name "Hazar-hatticon" is derived from Hebrew, where "Hazar" means "village" or "enclosure," and "hatticon" is often interpreted as "the middle" or "the central." Thus, Hazar-hatticon can be understood as "the middle village" or "the central enclosure."

Geographical Context:
Hazar-hatticon is situated in the northern boundary of the land described in Ezekiel's vision. The location is noted to be between the borders of Damascus and Hamath, near the region of Hauran. This places it in the northern part of the ancient Near East, an area that was significant in biblical times for its strategic and economic importance.

Historical and Theological Significance:
The mention of Hazar-hatticon in Ezekiel's vision underscores the detailed nature of the prophetic boundaries for the restored land of Israel. This vision is part of a larger eschatological promise of restoration and renewal for the people of Israel, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His covenant promises. The precise delineation of boundaries, including places like Hazar-hatticon, reflects the importance of land in the biblical narrative as a tangible expression of God's blessing and provision.

Cultural and Archaeological Insights:
While Hazar-hatticon itself is not extensively documented outside of the biblical text, its inclusion in the boundary description suggests it was a known location during the time of Ezekiel. The broader region, including Damascus and Hamath, has been the subject of archaeological interest, providing insights into the historical context of the biblical narrative. These areas were known for their trade routes and cultural exchanges, which would have influenced the socio-political landscape of the time.

Interpretative Considerations:
From a theological perspective, the mention of specific locations like Hazar-hatticon in prophetic literature serves to ground the eschatological promises in real-world geography, reinforcing the tangible nature of God's promises. For conservative Christian interpreters, this underscores the belief in the literal fulfillment of biblical prophecy, where the physical land of Israel holds a significant place in God's redemptive plan.

Related Biblical Themes:
· Covenant and Land: The allocation of land to the tribes of Israel is a recurring theme in the Old Testament, symbolizing God's covenant with His people.
· Prophetic Vision: Ezekiel's vision of the restored land is part of a broader prophetic tradition that looks forward to a time of renewal and divine blessing.
· Divine Faithfulness: The detailed description of boundaries, including Hazar-hatticon, highlights God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to Israel.

Cross-References:
· Ezekiel 47:13-23: The broader context of the land boundaries described in Ezekiel's vision.
· Numbers 34: The initial description of the boundaries of the Promised Land given to Moses.
· Joshua 13-21: The division of the land among the tribes of Israel during the conquest under Joshua.Hazar-Hatticon

middle village; preparation

Village of the midway, a place near Hamath in the confines of Hauran (Ezek. 47:16), probably on the north brow of Hermon. HAZAR-ADDAR; HAZAR-ENAN; HAZAR-GADDAH; HAZAR-HATTICON; HAZAR-MAVETH; HAZAR-SHUAL; HAZAR-SUSA; HAZAR-SUSIM

ad'-ar; e'-nan; gad'-a; hat'-i-kon; ma'-veth; shoo'-al; su'-sa; su'-sim.

See HAZAR.

2694. Chatser Hattikon -- a place near the border of Hauran
... Hazar-hatticon. From chatser and tiykown with the article interposed; village of
the middle; Chatsar-hat-Tikon, a place in Palestine -- Hazar-hatticon. ...
/hebrew/2694.htm - 6kHazar-hatticon (1 Occurrence)
Hazar-hatticon. Hazarhatticon, Hazar-hatticon. Hazarmaveth . Easton's Bible
Dictionary ... Hazarhatticon, Hazar-hatticon. Hazarmaveth . Reference Bible.
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Hazar (12 Occurrences)
... 4. Hazar-hatticon: Hazar-hatticon (the Revised Version (British and American)
HAZER-HATTICON; Hebrew chatser ha-tikhon, "the middle village"), a place named on ...
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Hazarhatticon (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. HAZER-HATTICON; HAZARHATTICON. ha'-zer-hat'-i-
kon. See HAZAR. Multi-Version Concordance Hazarhatticon (1 Occurrence). ...
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Hazarmaveth (2 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. HAZAR-ADDAR; HAZAR-ENAN; HAZAR-GADDAH;
HAZAR-HATTICON; HAZAR-MAVETH; HAZAR-SHUAL; HAZAR-SUSA; HAZAR-SUSIM. ...
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Zedad (3 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 47:16 To Zedad, Berothah, Sibraim, which is between the limit of Damascus
and the limit of Hazar-hatticon, which is on the limit of Hauran. (BBE). ...
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Bero'thah (1 Occurrence)
... Ezekiel 47:16 Hamath, Berothah, Sibraim, that 'is' between the border of Damascus
and the border of Hamath; Hazar-Hatticon, that 'is' at the coast of Havran. ...
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Sib'raim (1 Occurrence)
... Ezekiel 47:16 Hamath, Berothah, Sibraim, that 'is' between the border of Damascus
and the border of Hamath; Hazar-Hatticon, that 'is' at the coast of Havran. ...
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Hazer-hatticon (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia HAZER-HATTICON; HAZARHATTICON. ha'-zer-hat'-i-kon.
See HAZAR. Multi-Version Concordance Hazer-hatticon (1 Occurrence). ...
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Hazerhatticon
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia HAZER-HATTICON;
HAZARHATTICON. ha'-zer-hat'-i-kon. See HAZAR. ...
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Havran (2 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 47:16 Hamath, Berothah, Sibraim, that 'is' between the border of Damascus
and the border of Hamath; Hazar-Hatticon, that 'is' at the coast of Havran. ...
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