Dilean
LocationsGeographical Setting
Dilean is an ancient settlement in the Shephelah region of Judah, listed among the fortified towns in Joshua 15:38.
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Dilean is a town in the Shephelah of Judah, listed in Joshua 15:38 alongside Migdal-gad and Mizpeh, likely situated north of Lachish and Eglon, though its precise location remains unidentified.
What is the meaning of Dilean in the Bible?
Dilean is a town in the Shephelah of Judah, listed in Joshua 15:38 alongside Migdal-gad and Mizpeh, likely situated north of Lachish and Eglon, though its precise location remains unidentified.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Dilean helps clarify the territorial boundaries and administrative structure of the tribe of Judah as described in the biblical text.
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Source Attribution & Provenance
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