Strong’s H4411
מָלוֹן
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
malown
Pronunciation
mah-LOHN
Definition
Lodging place, inn
Meaning
a lodgment, caravanserai, encampment
Usage
The term "malon" refers to a place where travelers would stop to rest for the night. It is often translated as "lodging place" or "inn" in English. In the context of the ancient Near East, these were typically simple accommodations, often open-air or rudimentary shelters, where travelers could find rest and safety during their journeys.
Bible references
Genesis 42:27;Genesis 43:21;Exodus 4:24;Joshua 4:3;Joshua 4:8;2 Kings 19:23;Isaiah 10:29;Jeremiah 9:2