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Ziphran

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A place on the northern boundary of the land promised to Israel.

Definition

Ziphran was a place appointed as part of the northern boundary of the land promised to Israel.

Biblical Usage

Ziphran is named in Moses’ description of the northern boundary in Numbers 34:9.

Historical Background

The supplied material gives no certain location beyond its position on the northern boundary.

Scripture References

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Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
(fragrance), appoint in the north boundary of the promised land as specified by Moses. (Numbers 34:9)
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