### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Hebrew word **Qishyôwn**, represented by `{{H7191}}`, is the name for a place in Palestine meaning **hard ground**. It appears **2 times** in **2 unique verses** in the Bible, referred to as Kishon or Kishion.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
In the biblical narrative, `{{H7191}}` appears as a geographical location during the allotment of the promised land. It is listed as **Kishion** among the cities on the border of a tribal territory [[Joshua 19:20]]. It is also identified as **Kishon**, a city with her **suburbs** `{{H4054}}`, given from the **tribe** `{{H4294}}` of **Issachar** `{{H3485}}` [[Joshua 21:28]].
### Related Words & Concepts
Several related words help clarify its context within the land allotments:
* `{{H3485}}` **Yissâˢkâr** (Issachar): This is the **tribe** `{{H4294}}` from which the city of **Kishon** was given [[Joshua 21:28]]. **Yissâˢkâr** means "he will bring a reward" and refers to a son of Jacob.
* `{{H4054}}` **migrâsh** (suburb): This term describes the land accompanying **Kishon**, defined as **a suburb** or open country [[Joshua 21:28]]. These areas were often used for pasture.
* `{{H4294}}` **maṭṭeh** (tribe): This word, meaning a branch or rod, is used figuratively to denote a **tribe**. **Kishon** is specifically located within the territory of the **tribe** of **Issachar** `{{H3485}}` [[Joshua 21:28]].
### Theological Significance
The significance of `{{H7191}}` is rooted in the administration of God's promises to Israel.
* **Tribal Inheritance:** The inclusion of `{{H7191}}` in the book of Joshua is part of the detailed record of the division of the land among the tribes of Israel. Its assignment to the **tribe** `{{H4294}}` of **Issachar** `{{H3485}}` underscores the meticulous fulfillment of God's covenant promises regarding the land ([[Joshua 19:20]], [[Joshua 21:28]]).
* **Levitical Provision:** **Kishon** is specifically identified as one of the cities, along with its **suburbs** `{{H4054}}`, given to the Levites [[Joshua 21:28]]. This demonstrates the divine system of provision for the priestly tribe, which was commanded to be given cities to dwell in from the inheritance of the other children of Israel [[Numbers 35:2]].
### Summary
In summary, **Qishyôwn** `{{H7191}}` is a place name in Palestine, meaning **hard ground**. While it appears only twice, its significance lies within the historical and administrative context of Israel's settlement in the promised land. It serves as a marker for the territory of the **tribe** `{{H4294}}` of **Issachar** `{{H3485}}` and, more specifically, as an example of the cities designated for the Levites, illustrating God's organized provision for His people.
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