כִּסְלֹת תָּבֹר (kis.lot ta.vor)
kis.lot ta.vor
Chisloth-tabor
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- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
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Word Overview
Chisloth-tabor, meaning “flanks of Tabor,” was a town located in the territory of Issachar on the slopes of Mount Tabor. It serves as an alternative name for Chesulloth (H3694), indicating that these two designations refer to the same settlement. The term highlights the geographical setting of the community, nestled against the prominent mountain.
This place name appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, listed among the fortified cities assigned to the Levites in Joshua 21:28. Its single occurrence underscores its specific role in the distribution of land and the provision for priestly residence during the early settlement period. The variation between Chisloth-tabor and Chesulloth reflects common ancient practices of using descriptive geographical markers alongside established town names.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
Chisloth-tabor means “flanks of Tabor,” a name that paints a picture of stability and shelter. Located on the slopes of Mount Tabor in Issachar’s territory, this town was assigned to Levites who served in the tabernacle. Its placement near such a prominent landmark suggests a community grounded in both physical security and spiritual duty.
Though mentioned only once in Joshua 21:28 as part of the land distribution, its significance lies in God’s careful provision for His servants. The Levites had no tribal inheritance of their own; instead, they received cities like this one to live among the people and teach His laws. This arrangement reminds us that God provides for those who serve Him, ensuring their needs are met so they can focus on ministry.
When we read about these towns, we see a God who values order and care. Just as Chisloth-tabor stood firmly on the mountain’s slopes, believers today find their strength in being rooted in Christ. This historical detail invites us to trust that God knows our location—our “flanks” of support—and will sustain us through every season.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Tabor1×
- Kisloth1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- תָּבֹ֑ר1×
- כִּסְלֹ֖ת1×
Key Verses
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Joshua 19:12
It turned from Sarid eastward toward the sunrise to the border of Chisloth Tabor. It went out to Daberath, and went up to Japhia.
The border description here connects the town to the broader territorial boundaries of Issachar, showing its strategic location.