Introduction:
Timnath-serah, also known as Timnath-heres, is a significant location in the biblical narrative, particularly in the context of the Israelite settlement in the Promised Land. It is most notably recognized as the inheritance and burial place of Joshua, the son of Nun, who succeeded Moses as the leader of the Israelites.

Biblical References:
Timnath-serah is mentioned in the Book of Joshua. According to Joshua 19:49-50 , "When they had finished distributing the land into its territories, the Israelites gave Joshua son of Nun an inheritance among them, as the LORD had commanded. They gave him the city he asked for—Timnath-serah in the hill country of Ephraim. And he built up the city and settled there." This passage highlights the allocation of land to Joshua, emphasizing his role and leadership among the tribes of Israel.

In Joshua 24:30 , the text records Joshua's death and burial: "And they buried him in the territory of his inheritance at Timnath-serah in the hill country of Ephraim, north of Mount Gaash." This verse underscores the significance of Timnath-serah as Joshua's final resting place, marking it as a site of historical and spiritual importance.

Geographical Context:
Timnath-serah is located in the hill country of Ephraim, a region known for its rugged terrain and strategic significance. The hill country provided a natural defense and was a central location for the tribes of Israel. The specific mention of its position "north of Mount Gaash" provides a geographical marker that situates Timnath-serah within the broader landscape of ancient Israel.

Historical and Theological Significance:
The allocation of Timnath-serah to Joshua is a testament to his leadership and faithfulness. As the leader who brought the Israelites into the Promised Land, Joshua's inheritance in Timnath-serah symbolizes the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs. It also serves as a tangible reminder of Joshua's role in the conquest and settlement of Canaan.

Theologically, Timnath-serah represents the reward for obedience and service to God. Joshua's life and leadership exemplify the virtues of faith, courage, and dedication to God's commands. His burial in Timnath-serah signifies the completion of his earthly mission and the enduring legacy of his leadership.

Archaeological Insights:
While the exact location of Timnath-serah has been a subject of scholarly debate, it is generally identified with the modern site of Khirbet Tibneh. Archaeological surveys and excavations in the region have provided insights into the settlement patterns and material culture of the hill country during the period of the Judges and the early monarchy.

Conclusion:
Timnath-serah stands as a testament to the faithfulness of Joshua and the fulfillment of God's promises to Israel. As both a historical site and a symbol of divine reward, it holds a place of honor in the biblical narrative, reflecting the enduring legacy of one of Israel's greatest leaders.Timnath-Serah

Or Timnath-Heres, Jud 2:9, a town in Ephraim, which yielded to Joshua a home, an income, and a burial-place, Joshua 19:50; 24:30. The site the Jewish leader is supposed to have chosen, now called Tibneh, lies in a rough and mountainous region on the road from Gophna to Antipatris.

Remaining portion, the city of Joshua in the hill country of Ephraim, the same as Timnath-heres (Joshua 19:50; 24:30). "Of all sites I have seen," says Lieut. Colossians Conder, "none is so striking as that of Joshua's home, surrounded as it is with deep valleys and wild, rugged hills." Opposite the town is a hill, on the northern side of which there are many excavated sepulchres. Among these is the supposed tomb of Joshua, which is said to be "the most striking monument in the country." It is a "square chamber with five excavations in three of its sides, the central one forming a passage leading into a second chamber beyond. A great number of lamp-niches cover the walls of the porch, upwards of two hundred, arranged in vertical rows. A single cavity with a niche for a lamp has been thought to be the resting-place of the warrior-chief of Israel." The modern Kefr Haris, 10 miles south-west of Shechem. TIMNATH-SERAH

tim-nath-se'-ra (timnath cerach; Codex Vaticanus Thamarchdres; Codex Alexandrinus Thamathsara): This place, assigned as an inheritance to Joshua, is described as being in Mt. Ephraim, on the north side of the mountain of Gaash (Joshua 19:50; Joshua 24:30). Here, when his work was done, the great leader was laid to rest. The mountain of Gaash unfortunately cannot be identified. Josephus says that Joshua was buried at Thamna, a city of Ephraim (Ant., V, i, 29), which probably corresponds to Thamna, the head of a Jewish toparchy (BJ, III, iii, 5). Vespasian marched from Thamnatha to Lydda, which apparently was near (IV, viii, 1). The place was taken and reduced to slavery by Cassius (Ant., XIV, xi, 2). It was put in charge of John the Essene at the beginning of the Jewish war (BJ, II, xx, 4). Eusebius, Onomasticon (s.v. "Thamna" and "Thamnathsara") identifies it with "Timnath" of Genesis 38:12 the King James Version, placing it in the mountain in the tribe of Dan (or Judah), on the way from Diospolis (Lydda) to Jerusalem. The tomb of Joshua was still shown there. This points to Tibneh, in the uplands 12 miles Northeast of Lydda. South of the village, in the face of a rock, are a series of rock-hewn tombs, the largest of which, containing 14 loculi, and a small chamber behind with one loculus, may be that associated with Joshua by Eusebius, Onomasticon. A giant oak grows hard by perhaps the greatest tree in Palestine. Kefr Ishu`a, "village of Joshua," lies about 3 miles to the East. This identification is now generally accepted.

The Samaritan tradition points to the tomb of Joshua at Kefr Charis, 9 miles South of Nablus. Outside the village to the East are two shrines. One is called Neby Kifl, the other, Neby Kala`a. The former, "prophet of division," or "of the portion," might apply to Joshua; the latter is identified with Caleb. This identification assumes that the first element of the name has fallen out, the second only surviving.

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8556b. Timnath Serech -- "territory of the sun," a village in the ...
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June 9. "Ye are the Light of the World" (Matt. v. 14).
... Let me dwell in Timnath Serah, Where the sun forever shines, Where the
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Letter cviii. To Eustochium.
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Timnathserah (2 Occurrences)
... Shechem. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. TIMNATH-SERAH. tim ... surviving. W. Ewing.
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Timnath-serah (2 Occurrences)
... Timnathserah, Timnath-serah. Tim'nath-se'rah . Easton's Bible Dictionary ... (See
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Tim'nath-se'rah (2 Occurrences)
Tim'nath-se'rah. Timnath-serah, Tim'nath-se'rah. Timnite . Multi-Version
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Gaash (4 Occurrences)
... burial place of Joshua "in the border of his inheritance in Timnath-serah, which
is ... They buried him in the border of his inheritance in Timnathserah, which is ...
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Joshua (211 Occurrences)
... Having thus subdued the Canaanites, Joshua divided the land among the tribes,
Timnath-serah in Mount Ephraim being assigned to himself as his own inheritance. ...
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Timnath (9 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:50 According to the commandment of Yahweh, they gave him the city which
he asked, even Timnathserah in the hill country of Ephraim; and he built the ...
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Serah (5 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:50 According to the commandment of Yahweh, they gave him the city which
he asked, even Timnathserah in the hill country of Ephraim; and he built the ...
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E'phraim (146 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:50 According to the commandment of Yahweh, they gave him the city which
he asked, even Timnathserah in the hill country of Ephraim; and he built the ...
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Burial (25 Occurrences)
... Hor (Numbers 20:28, 29). Joshua was buried "in the border of his inheritance
in Timnath-serah" (Joshua 24:30). In Job we find a ...
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Ga'ash (4 Occurrences)
... Joshua 24:30 They buried him in the border of his inheritance in Timnathserah, which
is in the hill country of Ephraim, on the north of the mountain of Gaash. ...
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