Hukkok is a location mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the context of the territorial boundaries of the tribes of Israel. It is referenced in the Book of Joshua, which details the allotment of the Promised Land among the twelve tribes of Israel following their exodus from Egypt and subsequent conquest of Canaan.

Biblical References:

1. Joshua 19:34 : "Then the border turned westward to Aznoth-tabor and went from there to Hukkok; it touched Zebulun on the south, Asher on the west, and the Jordan on the east."

In this passage, Hukkok is described as part of the boundary of the tribe of Naphtali. The verse outlines the geographical limits of Naphtali's inheritance, indicating that Hukkok was situated in the northern region of ancient Israel. The mention of neighboring tribes—Zebulun, Asher, and the Jordan River—provides additional context for its location.

Geographical Context:

Hukkok's precise location is not definitively known today, but it is generally believed to have been situated in the region of Galilee, north of the Sea of Galilee. The description in Joshua suggests it was near the border of Naphtali and possibly close to the territory of Asher. Some scholars propose that Hukkok may correspond to the modern site of Yakuk, located northwest of the Sea of Galilee.

Historical and Theological Significance:

The mention of Hukkok in the Bible, though brief, contributes to the understanding of the tribal divisions and the fulfillment of God's promise to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The allocation of land to the tribes of Israel is a significant theme in the Old Testament, symbolizing God's faithfulness and the establishment of Israel as a nation in the land He had promised to their forefathers.

The delineation of tribal boundaries, including places like Hukkok, underscores the importance of land inheritance in Israelite society. It reflects the divine order and structure that God intended for His people, emphasizing the connection between the Israelites and the land as part of their covenant relationship with Him.

Cultural and Archaeological Insights:

While Hukkok itself has not been extensively excavated or studied archaeologically, the broader region of Galilee has yielded numerous findings that illuminate the historical context of the biblical narrative. Artifacts and remains from various periods, including the Iron Age, provide insights into the life and culture of the inhabitants during the time of the Judges and the monarchy.

The study of ancient sites in Galilee, including those near the proposed location of Hukkok, continues to enhance the understanding of the biblical text and the historical realities of the Israelite tribes.Hukkok

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Hukkok

(incised), a place on the boundary of Naphtali. (Joshua 19:34) It has been recovered in Yakuk , a village in the mountains of Naphtali west of the upper end of the Sea of Galilee.

Decreed, a town near Zebulun, not far from Jordan, on the border of Naphtali (Joshua 19:34). (see HELKATH.) HUKKOK

huk'-ok (chuqqoq): A town on the border of Naphtali named with Aznoth-tabor (Joshua 19:34). It is usually identified with the village of yaquq, which stands on the West of Wady el-`Amud, to the Northwest of Gennesaret, about 4 miles from the sea. This would fall on the boundary of Zebulun and Naphtali, between Tabor and Hannathon (Joshua 19:14). The identification may be correct; but it seems too far from Tabor.

2712. Chuqoq -- a place in Naphtali
... Chuqoq or Chuqoq. 2713 . a place in Naphtali. Transliteration: Chuqoq or Chuqoq
Phonetic Spelling: (Khook-koke') Short Definition: Hukkok. ... Hukkok, Hukok. ...
/hebrew/2712.htm - 6kHukkok (1 Occurrence)
...HUKKOK. huk'-ok (chuqqoq): A town on the border of Naphtali named with Aznoth-tabor
(Joshua 19:34). ... Multi-Version Concordance Hukkok (1 Occurrence). ...
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Hukok (2 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:34 and the border turned westward to Aznoth-tabor, and went out from thence
to Hukkok; and it reached to Zebulun on the south, and reached to Asher ...
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Westwards (6 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:34 and the border turned westwards to Aznoth-Tabor, and went out from
thence to Hukkok, and reached to Zebulun on the south, and reached to Asher on ...
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Reacheth (23 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:34 And then the coast turneth westward to Aznothtabor, and goeth out from
thence to Hukkok, and reacheth to Zebulun on the south side, and reacheth ...
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Aznoth (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Aznoth (1 Occurrence). Joshua 19:34 The border turned
westward to Aznoth Tabor, and went out from there to Hukkok. ...
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Az'noth-tabor (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Az'noth-tabor (1 Occurrence). Joshua 19:34 The border
turned westward to Aznoth Tabor, and went out from there to Hukkok. ...
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Aznothtabor (1 Occurrence)
... Joshua 19:34 And then the coast turneth westward to Aznothtabor, and goeth out from
thence to Hukkok, and reacheth to Zebulun on the south side, and reacheth ...
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Aznoth-tabor (1 Occurrence)
... Joshua 19:34 and the border turned westward to Aznoth-tabor, and went out from thence
to Hukkok; and it reached to Zebulun on the south, and reached to Asher ...
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Sun-rising (14 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:34 and the border turned westwards to Aznoth-Tabor, and went out from
thence to Hukkok, and reached to Zebulun on the south, and reached to Asher on ...
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Sunrise (25 Occurrences)
... It went out to Cabul on the left hand, (WEB). Joshua 19:34 The border turned
westward to Aznoth Tabor, and went out from there to Hukkok. ...
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