Joshua 19:42
New International Version
Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah,

New Living Translation
Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah,

English Standard Version
Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah,

Berean Standard Bible
Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah,

King James Bible
And Shaalabbin, and Ajalon, and Jethlah,

New King James Version
Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Jethlah,

New American Standard Bible
Shaalabbin, Aijalon, and Ithlah,

NASB 1995
and Shaalabbin and Aijalon and Ithlah,

NASB 1977
and Shaalabbin and Aijalon and Ithlah,

Legacy Standard Bible
and Shaalabbin and Aijalon and Ithlah,

Amplified Bible
and Shaalabbin and Aijalon and Ithlah,

Christian Standard Bible
Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah,

American Standard Version
and Shaalabbin, and Aijalon, and Ithlah,

English Revised Version
and Shaalabbin, and Aijalon, and Ithlah;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah,

Good News Translation
Shaalbim, Aijalon, Ithlah,

International Standard Version
Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah,

Majority Standard Bible
Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah,

NET Bible
Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah,

New Heart English Bible
and Shaalbin, and Aijalon, and Jithlah,

Webster's Bible Translation
And Shaalabbim, and Ajalon, and Jethlah,

World English Bible
Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Shalabbin, and Aijalon, and Jethlah,

Young's Literal Translation
and Shalabbin, and Aijalon, and Jethlah,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Shaalabbin and Ajalon and Jethlah,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Selebin and Aialon and Jethela,

Catholic Public Domain Version
Sha-alabbin, and Aijalon, and Ithlah,

New American Bible
Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah,

New Revised Standard Version
Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Shaalabbin, Ajalon, Nethlah,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Shelabin and Aylun and Nethla
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Shaalabbin, and Aijalon, and Ithlah;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and Salamin, and Ammon, and Silatha,

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Dan's Inheritance
41The territory of their inheritance included Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir-shemesh, 42Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah, 43Elon, Timnah, Ekron,…

Cross References
Judges 1:35
And the Amorites were determined to dwell in Mount Heres, Aijalon, and Shaalbim. But when the house of Joseph grew in strength, they pressed the Amorites into forced labor.

1 Kings 4:9
Ben-deker in Makaz, in Shaalbim, in Beth-shemesh, and in Elon-beth-hanan;

1 Chronicles 6:66-70
And some of the clans of the Kohathites were given cities from the tribe of Ephraim for their territory: / They were given Shechem (a city of refuge) with its pasturelands in the hill country of Ephraim, and Gezer, / Jokmeam, Beth-horon, ...

1 Chronicles 7:28
Their holdings and settlements included Bethel and its villages, Naaran to the east, Gezer and its villages to the west, and Shechem and its villages as far as Ayyah and its villages.

1 Chronicles 8:12
The sons of Elpaal: Eber, Misham, Shemed (who built Ono and Lod with its villages),

1 Chronicles 9:3
Some of the descendants of Judah, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh lived in Jerusalem:

1 Chronicles 9:35-36
Jeiel the father of Gibeon lived in Gibeon. His wife’s name was Maacah. / Abdon was his firstborn son, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab,

2 Samuel 5:25
So David did as the LORD had commanded him, and he struck down the Philistines all the way from Gibeon to Gezer.

2 Samuel 23:31
Abi-albon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite,

1 Kings 9:15
This is the account of the forced labor that King Solomon imposed to build the house of the LORD, his own palace, the supporting terraces, and the wall of Jerusalem, as well as Hazor, Megiddo, and Gezer.

1 Kings 9:17
So Solomon rebuilt Gezer, Lower Beth-horon,

2 Chronicles 8:5
He rebuilt Upper and Lower Beth-horon as fortified cities with walls, gates, and bars,

2 Chronicles 11:10
Zorah, Aijalon, and Hebron, the fortified cities in Judah and Benjamin.

Nehemiah 11:31-32
The descendants of Benjamin from Geba lived in Michmash, Aija, and Bethel with its villages; / in Anathoth, Nob, Ananiah,

Isaiah 10:29
They have crossed at the ford: “We will spend the night at Geba.” Ramah trembles; Gibeah of Saul flees.


Treasury of Scripture

And Shaalabbin, and Ajalon, and Jethlah,

Joshua 19:48
This is the inheritance of the tribe of the children of Dan according to their families, these cities with their villages.

Judges 1:35
But the Amorites would dwell in mount Heres in Aijalon, and in Shaalbim: yet the hand of the house of Joseph prevailed, so that they became tributaries.

Shallbim

Joshua 10:12
Then spake Joshua to the LORD in the day when the LORD delivered up the Amorites before the children of Israel, and he said in the sight of Israel, Sun, stand thou still upon Gibeon; and thou, Moon, in the valley of Ajalon.

Joshua 21:24
Aijalon with her suburbs, Gathrimmon with her suburbs; four cities.

1 Samuel 14:31
And they smote the Philistines that day from Michmash to Aijalon: and the people were very faint.

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Shaalabbin
The name "Shaalabbin" is derived from the Hebrew root "שַׁעֲלַבִּים" (Sha'alabbim), which is thought to mean "place of foxes" or "place of jackals." This suggests a region that might have been known for its wildlife, particularly foxes or jackals, which were common in the ancient Near East. The mention of Shaalabbin in the context of the tribal allotments of Dan indicates its inclusion in the inheritance of the tribe. Historically, this area would have been significant for its strategic location and agricultural potential, providing sustenance and security for the tribe. The presence of such a place in the biblical narrative underscores the importance of understanding the land's characteristics and the divine provision for each tribe's needs.

Aijalon
"Aijalon" comes from the Hebrew "אַיָּלוֹן" (Ayyalon), meaning "place of deer" or "place of gazelles." This name reflects the natural beauty and fertility of the region, which was likely abundant with wildlife and vegetation. Aijalon holds historical significance as a site of several biblical events, including battles and miracles. It was a Levitical city, indicating its religious importance and the presence of Levites who served in the temple. The mention of Aijalon in the tribal allotment highlights the blend of natural beauty and spiritual significance, reminding us of God's provision of both physical and spiritual sustenance for His people.

Ithlah
The name "Ithlah" is less well-known, and its exact meaning is uncertain, but it is believed to be derived from a root that suggests "to hang" or "to suspend." This could imply a geographical feature such as a hill or elevated area, which would have been strategically advantageous for defense and observation. The inclusion of Ithlah in the list of cities allotted to the tribe of Dan emphasizes the diversity of the land given to the Israelites, each with its unique characteristics and potential for development. It serves as a reminder of the varied blessings and responsibilities that come with God's provision, encouraging the faithful to appreciate and steward their inheritance wisely.

Verse 42. - Aijalon, or Ajalon (see Joshua 10:12). One of the Levitical cities.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Shaalabbin,
וְשַֽׁעֲלַבִּ֥ין (wə·ša·‘ă·lab·bîn)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 8169: Shaalbim -- perhaps '(haunt of) foxes', a city in Dan

Aijalon,
וְאַיָּל֖וֹן (wə·’ay·yā·lō·wn)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 357: Aijalon -- 'deer', the name of several cities in Palestine

Ithlah,
וְיִתְלָֽה׃ (wə·yiṯ·lāh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 3494: Ithlah -- 'it will hang', a place in Dan


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