Etymology and Meaning:
Hazar-shual, meaning "village of the fox" or "enclosure of the fox," is a biblical location mentioned in the Old Testament. The name reflects the common practice of naming places after notable features or animals found in the area.

Biblical References:
Hazar-shual is mentioned in several passages within the Old Testament, primarily in the context of territorial allotments and genealogies. It is first noted in the Book of Joshua as part of the inheritance of the tribe of Judah. Joshua 15:28 lists Hazar-shual among the cities in the southern part of Judah's territory: "Hazar-shual, Beersheba, Biziothiah." This indicates its location in the Negev region, a semi-arid area south of Judah.

The city is also mentioned in the context of the tribe of Simeon. In Joshua 19:3, Hazar-shual is included in the list of towns within the inheritance of Simeon, which was situated within the larger territory of Judah: "Hazar-shual, Balah, Ezem." This reflects the unique arrangement where Simeon's inheritance was carved out of Judah's land, as described in Joshua 19:9: "The inheritance of the Simeonites was taken from the portion of Judah, because Judah’s portion was too large for them. So the Simeonites received an inheritance within the territory of Judah."

Additionally, Hazar-shual is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:28, which reiterates its association with the tribe of Simeon: "They lived in Beersheba, Moladah, Hazar-shual."

Historical and Geographical Context:
Hazar-shual was located in the Negev, a region characterized by its arid climate and desert landscape. This area was significant for its strategic position along trade routes and its role as a buffer zone between the settled lands of Judah and the wilderness to the south. The mention of Hazar-shual alongside other towns like Beersheba and Moladah suggests its importance as part of a network of settlements that supported agriculture and trade in the region.

Archaeological Insights:
While specific archaeological evidence directly identifying Hazar-shual is limited, the general area of the Negev has been the subject of numerous excavations. These have revealed insights into the lifestyle and culture of the inhabitants during the biblical period, including evidence of agriculture, trade, and fortifications that would have been relevant to towns like Hazar-shual.

Theological Significance:
Hazar-shual's inclusion in the biblical narrative underscores the fulfillment of God's promises to the tribes of Israel regarding their inheritance in the Promised Land. The allocation of land to the tribes, including the unique arrangement for Simeon, reflects the divine orchestration of Israel's settlement and the importance of each tribe's role within the covenant community. The mention of Hazar-shual in genealogical records also highlights the continuity of God's people and their connection to the land throughout generations.

Conclusion:
Hazar-shual serves as a testament to the historical and theological dimensions of the biblical narrative, illustrating the intricate relationship between the people of Israel and the land they inhabited. Its repeated mention in the context of tribal inheritances emphasizes the fulfillment of divine promises and the enduring legacy of the tribes of Judah and Simeon.Hazar-Shual

a wolf's house

Village or enclosure of the jackal, a city on the south border of Judah (Joshua 15:28; Nehemiah 11:27). It has been identified with the ruins of Saweh, half-way between Beersheba and Moladah. HAZAR-ADDAR; HAZAR-ENAN; HAZAR-GADDAH; HAZAR-HATTICON; HAZAR-MAVETH; HAZAR-SHUAL; HAZAR-SUSA; HAZAR-SUSIM

ad'-ar; e'-nan; gad'-a; hat'-i-kon; ma'-veth; shoo'-al; su'-sa; su'-sim.

See HAZAR.

2705. Chatsar Shual -- "village of the fox," a place in S. Judah
... "village of the fox," a place in S. Judah. Transliteration: Chatsar Shual Phonetic
Spelling: (khats-ar' shoo-awl') Short Definition: Hazar-shual. ... Hazar-shual. ...
/hebrew/2705.htm - 6kHazar-shual (4 Occurrences)
Hazar-shual. Hazarshual, Hazar-shual. Hazar-shu'al . Easton's Bible Dictionary ...
Hazarshual, Hazar-shual. Hazar-shu'al . Reference Bible.
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Hazarshual (4 Occurrences)
...HAZAR-SHUAL; HAZAR-SUSA; HAZAR-SUSIM. ad'-ar; e'-nan; gad'-a; hat'-i-kon; ma'-veth;
shoo'-al; su'-sa; su'-sim. See HAZAR. Multi-Version Concordance Hazarshual ( ...
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Shual (6 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 4:28 They lived at Beersheba, and Moladah, and Hazarshual, (Root in ...
Nehemiah 11:27 and in HazarShual, and in Beersheba and its towns, (WEB KJV ...
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Hazar (12 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:3 HazarShual, Balah, Ezem, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS ... 1 Chronicles
4:28 They lived at Beersheba, and Moladah, and Hazarshual, (Root in WEB ...
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Beer-sheba (33 Occurrences)
... Joshua 15:28 and Hazar-shual, and Beer-sheba, and Biziothiah, (ASV BBE DBY JPS WBS
YLT ... 4:28 And they dwelt at Beer-sheba, and Moladah, and Hazarshual, (ASV BBE ...
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Beersheba (33 Occurrences)
... Joshua 15:28 HazarShual, Beersheba, Biziothiah, (WEB KJV NAS NIV). ... 1 Chronicles
4:28 They lived at Beersheba, and Moladah, and Hazarshual, (WEB KJV NAS NIV). ...
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Hazar-shu'al (2 Occurrences)
... Hazar-shu'al (2 Occurrences). Joshua 15:28 and Hazar-shual, and Beer-sheba, and
Biziothiah; (See RSV). Joshua 19:3 and Hazarshual, and Balah, and Ezem; (See RSV ...
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Ha'zar-shu'al (2 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 4:28 They lived at Beersheba, and Moladah, and Hazarshual, (See RSV).
Nehemiah 11:27 and in HazarShual, and in Beersheba and its towns, (See RSV). ...
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Ezem (3 Occurrences)
... Ezem (3 Occurrences). Joshua 15:29 Baalah, Iim, Ezem, (WEB JPS ASV BBE DBY NAS RSV
NIV). Joshua 19:3 HazarShual, Balah, Ezem, (WEB JPS ASV BBE DBY NAS RSV NIV) ...
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Daughter-towns (17 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 11:27 And in Hazar-shual, and in Beer-sheba and its daughter-towns, (BBE).
Nehemiah 11:28 And in Ziklag, and in Meconah and its daughter-towns, (BBE). ...
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