Hethlon

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Hethlon

Place on the northern border of Israel

Named in 2 chapters

The place

Hethlon is mentioned in the Book of Ezekiel as a place situated on the northern border of the restored land of Israel (Ezek 47:15; 48:1). In Ezekiel's vision, the northern border extends from the Mediterranean Sea to Hethlon and then continues eastward toward Hamath and Zedad. The exact location of Hethlon is uncertain, but it was likely a significant landmark or settlement in the region of Lebo-hamath, which is associated with the entrance to Hamath, a city in modern-day Syria. Hethlon's mention in Ezekiel's vision emphasizes the extent and boundaries of the ideal, restored land of Israel.

Where this place lies

Where the Bible names it

2 chapters, 2 verses

Ezekiel