Japho
LocationsGeographical Setting
Japho is an ancient port city located on the Mediterranean coast, now incorporated into the southern district of Tel Aviv.
âš¡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)
The King James Version and the American Revised Version margin in Joshua 19:46 refer to Joppa, a coastal city in the territory of Dan.
What is the meaning of Japho in the Bible?
The King James Version and the American Revised Version margin in Joshua 19:46 refer to Joppa, a coastal city in the territory of Dan.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Japho as Joppa clarifies the geographical setting of the tribal boundaries in Joshua, helping readers visualize the extent of the Danite inheritance along the Mediterranean coast.
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