Elonbeth-hanan

Elonbeth-hanan is mentioned in 1 Kings 4:9 as part of the list of twelve districts overseen by King Solomon's governors. It was under the jurisdiction of Ben-Deker, along with the towns of Makaz, Shaalbim, and Beth-shemesh.

The name Elonbeth-hanan means "oak of the house of grace" or "terebinth of the house of mercy." This suggests it may have been a significant tree or grove associated with a place of worship or a location where important events took place.

Based on the other cities mentioned alongside it, it was likely situated in the Shephelah region or the nearby hill country of Judah.