רַקּוֹן (raq.qon)
raq.qon
Rakkon
N:N--LQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
- N:N--L
Word Overview
The noun raqqon refers to a specific location in the territory of the tribe of Dan, mentioned only once in the Hebrew Bible at Joshua 19:46. It appears as part of the boundary description for the inheritance given to Dan, situated near Joppa. The name itself is translated as "the temple," suggesting a site of religious or cultural significance in that region.
Lexical sources identify raqqon as a well-watered place, highlighting its agricultural or strategic value in an area otherwise noted for its limited resources. Its single occurrence makes it a rare geographical marker, offering a glimpse into the detailed land distribution described in Joshua. The term serves primarily as a proper noun rather than a theological concept, anchoring the narrative in a tangible landscape.
Understanding raqqon helps readers visualize the extent of Dan’s territory, which stretched from the coastal plain toward the northern borders. Its mention underscores the precision with which the land was divided among the tribes. While not widely discussed in broader biblical theology, it remains a fixed point in the historical geography of ancient Israel.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
Joshua 19:46 lists Rakkon as part of the inheritance for the tribe of Dan. This single mention anchors a specific spot on the map, near Joppa, where land was divided among God's people. It reminds us that God pays attention to the details of our lives and history.
While this word does not carry deep theological weight, its presence shows that God’s promises are grounded in real places and real times. The tribe of Dan received a tangible portion of the land, just as believers receive spiritual blessings in Christ. We can trust that God is faithful to His word, even in the smallest details.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- and/ <the>/ Rakkon1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- וְ/הָֽ/רַקּ֑וֹן1×
Key Verses
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Joshua 19:46
Me Jarkon, and Rakkon, with the border opposite Joppa.
This verse identifies Rakkon as a boundary marker for Dan's territory, highlighting its role in the precise division of the Promised Land.