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EN-HADDAH

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A town in the allotment of Issachar, mentioned with En-gannim. It is probably identified with Kefr Adan, west of Jenin.

Definition

En-haddah was a town in the territory of Issachar. It is mentioned together with En-gannim, and its name means “swift fountain.”

Biblical Usage

En-haddah is listed in Joshua 19:21 among the towns in Issachar.

Historical Background

The town is probably identified with Kefr Adan, about three miles west of Jenin. This identification is stated as probable.

Historical Bible Dictionaries

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>en-had'-a (`en chaddah, "swift fountain"):</p><p>A town in the lot of Issachar mentioned along with En-gannim (Jos 19:21).</p><p>It is probably identical with Kefr Adan, a village some 3 miles West of Jenin.</p>
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