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Aijalon

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Modern Name
Yalo
Country
Israel
Region
Judea
Coordinates
31.8411, 35.0236

About

Aijalon is an ancient city mentioned in the Old Testament, located in the region of Judea in modern-day Israel. Known today as Yalo. It appears across 8 verses in Scripture.

History & Historical Arc

The Valley of Aijalon is forever enshrined in biblical memory through the dramatic account of Joshua's long day in Joshu

Archaeological Notes

The Valley of Aijalon is identified with the Wadi Ajalon (modern Nahal Ayalon), a broad valley running from the Shephela