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Tilon

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Tilon was one of the four sons of Shimon, whose descendants are listed among the families of Judah.

Definition

Tilon was one of the four sons of Shimon. His family was reckoned among the genealogies of Judah.

Biblical Usage

He is named in the genealogical record of Judah.

Historical Background

The name is associated with the meaning “gift.”

Scripture References

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
(gift), one of the four sons of Shimon, whose family is reckoned in the genealogies of Judah. (1 Chronicles 4:20) (B.C. 1451.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ti'-lon (tilon; Kethibh, Qere; Codex Vaticanus Inon; Codex Alexandrinus Thilan; Lucian Tholeim: A son of Shimon (1Ch 4:20).</p>
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