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Jokdean

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Jokdean was a city of Judah in the hill country, apparently south of Hebron. It is another form of Jokdeam.

Definition

Jokdean was a city of Judah in the mountains, apparently south of Hebron. It is another form of the name Jokdeam.

Biblical Usage

Jokdean is mentioned among the cities of Judah.

Historical Background

The name is explained as “possessed by the people.” Its location is only approximately indicated as south of Hebron.

Scripture References

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
(possessed by the people), a city of Judah, in the mountains, (Joshua 15:56) apparently south of Hebron.
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