Bible Dictionary
Halak
A prominent mountain marking the southern limit of Joshua’s conquests in Canaan. Its exact location is uncertain.
Definition
Halak, meaning “smooth” or “bald,” was a prominent mountain marking the southern limit of Joshua’s conquests.
Biblical Usage
Halak is mentioned as the southern boundary of the land conquered by Joshua.
Historical Background
Its exact location has not been established. It has been suggested that it was Jebel el-Madura, south of the Dead Sea, but this remains uncertain.
Scripture References
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Smooth; bald, a hill at the southern extremity of Canaan (Josh. 11:17). It is referred to as if it were a landmark in that direction, being prominent and conspicuous from a distance. It has by some been identified with the modern Jebel el-Madura, on the south frontier of Judah, between the south end of the Dead Sea and the Wady Gaian.
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(smooth), The mount, a mountain twice, and twice only, named, was the southern limit of Joshua’s conquests, (Joshua 11:17; 12:7) but which has not yet been identified.