Me-jarkon, a place in the territory allotted to the tribe of Dan (Joshua 19:46).
Also known as Me Jarkon
Me-jarkon is mentioned in Joshua 19:46 as one of the places within the territory allotted to the tribe of Dan. The verse lists Me-jarkon along with other towns, such as Rakkon and Joppa. The name Me-jarkon means "waters of the Jarkon," suggesting it was located near a river or stream called Jarkon. However, no further details about the location or significance of Me-jarkon are provided in the Bible.
Approximate location: 32.133, 34.788 · view on a map · on the Bible atlas
Waters of yellowness, or clear waters, a river in the tribe of Dan (Josh. 19:46). It has been identified with the river ‘Aujeh, which rises at Antipatris.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H4313
Me-jarkon, and Rakkon, including the territory across from Joppa.
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