Etymology and Meaning:
The name "Janohah" is believed to derive from a Hebrew root meaning "rest" or "quiet." This etymology reflects the tranquil nature often associated with the locations bearing this name in biblical narratives.

Biblical References:
Janohah is mentioned in the Old Testament as a town within the territory allotted to the tribe of Ephraim. It is specifically referenced in the Book of Joshua. In Joshua 16:6-7 , the boundaries of Ephraim's inheritance are described: "Then it went out westward to Michmethath on the north, and turned eastward to Taanath-shiloh, and passed by it on the east of Janohah. Then it went down from Janohah to Ataroth and Naarah, touched Jericho, and came out at the Jordan."

Geographical Location:
Janohah is situated in the hill country of Ephraim, a central region in the land of Canaan. The exact location of ancient Janohah is not definitively known today, but it is generally thought to be near the modern village of Yanun, southeast of Nablus in the West Bank. The geographical context places it within a significant area for the tribes of Israel, contributing to its mention in the delineation of tribal boundaries.

Historical and Cultural Context:
As part of the inheritance of the tribe of Ephraim, Janohah would have been a site of agricultural and pastoral activity, typical of the hill country settlements. The town's inclusion in the boundary descriptions underscores its role in the territorial organization of the Israelite tribes during the conquest and settlement of Canaan.

Theological Significance:
Janohah's mention in the Bible, though brief, contributes to the broader narrative of the Israelites' settlement in the Promised Land. It serves as a testament to the fulfillment of God's promises to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, as the land was apportioned among the tribes of Israel. The delineation of boundaries, including Janohah, reflects the divine order and providence in the establishment of Israel as a nation.

Archaeological Insights:
While direct archaeological evidence for Janohah is limited, the general area has yielded findings that illuminate the lifestyle and culture of the ancient inhabitants of the region. Pottery, tools, and other artifacts from nearby sites provide a glimpse into the daily life and practices of the people who lived in and around Janohah during the biblical period.

Conclusion:
Janohah, though a minor location in the biblical text, plays a role in the larger narrative of Israel's history and God's covenantal promises. Its mention in the delineation of tribal territories highlights the importance of land and inheritance in the biblical worldview.Janohah

(rest), a place on the boundary of Ephraim (Joshua 16:6,7) east of Neapolis. A little less than twelve miles from Nablus and about southeast in direction, two miles from Akrabeh is the village of Yanun , doubtless identical with the ancient Janohah.

3239. Yanowach -- a place in Northern Israel
... Janoah, Janohah From yanach; quiet; Janoach or Janochah, a place in Palestine --
Janoah, Janohah. see HEBREW yanach. 3238, 3239. Yanowach. 3239a . ...
/hebrew/3239.htm - 5kJanohah (2 Occurrences)
...Janohah (2 Occurrences). ... Joshua 16:7 And it went down from Janohah to Ataroth, and
to Naarath, and came to Jericho, and went out at Jordan. (KJV DBY WBS YLT). ...
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Naarath (1 Occurrence)
... Naarath (1 Occurrence). Joshua 16:7 And it went down from Janohah to Ataroth, and
to Naarath, and came to Jericho, and went out at Jordan. (KJV DBY WBS YLT). ...
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Janoah (3 Occurrences)
... JANOAH. ja-no'-a (yanoach, "resting-place"): (1) A place named on the eastern boundary
of Ephraim (Joshua 16:6 f; the King James Version "Janohah"). ...
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Jan-o'ah (3 Occurrences)
Jan-o'ah. Janoah, Jan-o'ah. Janohah . Multi-Version Concordance Jan-o'ah (3
Occurrences). ... (See RSV). Janoah, Jan-o'ah. Janohah . Reference Bible.
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Janum (1 Occurrence)

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Westwards (6 Occurrences)
... 6 and the border went forth westwards to Micmethath on the north; and the border
turned eastwards to Taanath-Shiloh, and passed by it eastwards to Janohah, (DBY ...
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Taanathshiloh (1 Occurrence)
... went out toward the sea to Michmethah on the north side; and the border went about
eastward unto Taanathshiloh, and passed by it on the east to Janohah; (KJV). ...
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Terminated (2 Occurrences)
... (WEY). Joshua 16:7 And it went down from Janohah to Ataroth, and to Naarath,
and came to Jericho, and terminated at Jordan. (WBS). ...
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Eastwards (3 Occurrences)
... 6 and the border went forth westwards to Micmethath on the north; and the border
turned eastwards to Taanath-Shiloh, and passed by it eastwards to Janohah, (DBY ...
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Micmethath (2 Occurrences)
... the border went forth westwards to Micmethath on the north; and the border turned
eastwards to Taanath-Shiloh, and passed by it eastwards to Janohah, (DBY NIV). ...
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