Bible Dictionary
Janum
Janum was a town in the mountainous region of Judah. Its exact location is uncertain.
Definition
Janum, meaning “slumber,” was a town in the mountainous region of Judah, apparently not far from Hebron.
Biblical Usage
Janum is listed among the towns of Judah.
Historical Background
The exact identification is uncertain. The name is also connected in the supplied material with Janim.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Slumber, a town in the mountains of Judah (Josh. 15:53).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(slumber), a town of Judah in the mountain district, apparently not far from Hebron. (Joshua 15:53)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ja'-num (Qere, yanum, Kethibh yanim).</p><p>See JANIM.</p>