Bible Dictionary
Ardon
Ardon was one of the sons of Caleb by his wife Azubah. He belonged to the tribe of Judah.
Definition
Ardon was one of the three sons of Caleb by his wife Azubah. He belonged to the tribe of Judah and was a descendant of Caleb, son of Hezron.
Biblical Usage
Ardon is mentioned in the genealogy of Caleb in 1 Chronicles 2:18.
Historical Background
The supplied material gives the name’s meaning as “fugitive,” while another source states that its meaning is unknown.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Descendant, the last of the three sons of Caleb by his first wife Azubah (1 Chr. 2:18).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(fugitive) a Son of Caleb, the son of Hezron, by his wife Azubah. (1 Chronicles 2:18)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ar'-don ('ardon, meaning unknown): One of the three sons of Caleb and Azubah, of the tribe of Judah (1Ch 2:18).</p>