חָצוֹר חֲדַתָּה (cha.tsor cha.dat.tah)
cha.tsor cha.dat.tah
Hazor-hadattah
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- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
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- Part of speech
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Word Overview
The name Chatsor Chadattah translates directly to "New Hazor." It appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, listed among the fortified cities allotted to the tribe of Judah in Joshua 15:25. The designation suggests a settlement that was either rebuilt after destruction or established as a distinct counterpart to an older, perhaps northern, Hazor.
While the location remains unidentified by modern archaeologists, the naming convention reflects a common ancient practice of reusing significant place names for new settlements in the same region. This linguistic link ties the southern Judahite territory to the broader historical memory of Hazor, a city frequently mentioned elsewhere in Scripture as a major Canaanite stronghold.
As a proper noun occurring in a genealogical or territorial list, the word carries no extended metaphorical meaning. Its significance lies entirely in its function as a geographical marker, helping to define the boundaries of the land inherited by Judah during the conquest period.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Hazor-hadattah means "New Hazor," appearing in Joshua 15:25 as one of the fortified cities allotted to the tribe of Judah. This brief mention connects a specific plot of land to a broader historical memory, linking the southern territory of Judah with the well-known northern city of Hazor.
While modern archaeologists have not yet identified its exact location, the name itself tells a story of renewal. It suggests that this settlement was either rebuilt after destruction or established as a distinct counterpart to an older site. For readers today, it serves as a quiet reminder that God’s promises are grounded in real places and tangible history.
These lists of cities may seem like dry details, but they anchor the biblical narrative in reality. They show us that the inheritance given to Judah was specific and deliberate. This attention to detail reflects a God who cares about the boundaries and homes of His people, inviting us to trust in His faithful provision for our own lives.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- and/ Hazor1×
- Hadattah1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- חֲדַתָּה֙1×
- וְ/חָצ֤וֹר\׀1×
Key Verses
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Joshua 15:25
Hazor Hadattah, Kerioth Hezron (also called Hazor),
This verse identifies Hazor Hadattah as part of the specific territorial inheritance assigned to the tribe of Judah.