Bible Dictionary
Chislon
Chislon was a prince of Benjamin and the father of Elidad. Elidad was chosen to assist in dividing the land of Canaan among the tribes.
Definition
Chislon was a prince of Benjamin and the father of Elidad.
Biblical Usage
Elidad, son of Chislon, was chosen to assist in dividing the land of Canaan among the tribes.
Historical Background
The name Chislon is associated with confidence or strength.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(confidence), father of Elidad, the prince of the tribe of Benjamin chosen to assist in the division of the land of Canaan among the tribes. (Numbers 34:21) (B.C. 1450.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>kis'-lon, kiz'-lon (kiclon, "strength"): A prince of Benjamin, the father of Elidad (Nu 34:21).</p>