Bible Dictionary
Explore biblical people, places, events, objects, ideas, and other terms. Search the dictionary directly, browse alphabetically, or narrow the list by category or Testament.
Tribute Money
Measures & Money - New Testament
Tribute money was the coin required for payment of an imperial tax. In Jesus’ discussion with His opponents, it referred to the lawful coin used for the Roman poll tax.
TRICLINIUM
Agriculture & Daily Life - New Testament
A triclinium was a Roman dining couch or dining arrangement set along three sides of a room, allowing people to recline while eating. Reclining at meals was common in New Testament times, and the master of a feast was associated with the triclinium.
TRIM
Other - Old Testament
In Jeremiah 2:33, “trim” means to arrange or make one’s way artificially in the pursuit of love. The expression describes a deliberately affected or courtesan-like manner of conduct.
Trinity
Doctrine & Theology - Both
The Trinity is the Christian doctrine that there is one God who eternally exists as three distinct Persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Though the word itself is not found in Scripture, the doctrine is derived from its united testimony.
TRIPOLIS
Places & Geography - Inter-testament
Tripolis, meaning “triple city,” was a Phoenician coastal city divided into three quarters associated with Tyre, Sidon, and Aradus. It appears in the history of the Maccabean period and was an important commercial center.
TRIUMPH
Jesus Christ - New Testament
A triumph was a Roman victory procession honoring a conquering general, with spoils, captives, soldiers, and incense. Paul uses this familiar image to describe God’s triumph in Christ and the differing effects of the gospel on believers and unbelievers.
Troas
Places & Geography - New Testament
Troas was an important city and harbor on the northwest coast of Asia Minor. Paul visited there several times, received the Macedonian vision nearby, and sailed from its port toward Europe.
Trogyllium
Places & Geography - New Testament
Trogyllium was a promontory and anchorage on the coast of Asia Minor opposite Samos. Paul’s ship passed the area during his return journey to Jerusalem, though some ancient manuscripts omit the reference to stopping there.
Troop, Band
Government & Society - Old Testament
A troop or band was an irregular armed force gathered for raiding and plunder. The term commonly describes marauders rather than a regularly organized army.
Trophimus
People & Groups - New Testament
Trophimus was an Ephesian Christian and companion of Paul. He was falsely accused of being taken into the temple and was later left sick at Miletus.
TROW
Other - New Testament
“Trow” is an obsolete English verb meaning “to believe.” In the King James Version it appears in Luke 17:9 in the phrase “I trow not,” though the words are omitted in later translations because they are considered a textual gloss.
TRUCEBKEAKER
Government & Society - New Testament
A trucebreaker is one who refuses or violates peace with others. The term translates a word literally associated with the absence of a treaty-making libation and is rendered “implacable” in newer translations.
Trumpet
Objects & Symbols - Both
A trumpet was a wind instrument used for signals, worship, assemblies, and announcing important occasions. Biblical references include both metal trumpets and horns.
Trumpets
Objects & Symbols - Both
Trumpets were used by Israel’s priests to announce festivals, gather the people, signal movements, and proclaim war. Trumpet sounds also appear as important symbols in Revelation.
Trumpets, Feast of
Festivals & Holy Days - Old Testament
The Feast of Trumpets was observed on the first day of the seventh month, Tishri. It was a holy convocation and day of rest marked by special trumpet blasts and sacrifices.
TRUST, BREACH OF
Sin & Judgment - Old Testament
A breach of trust is the violation of a covenant, contract, or entrusted obligation. Biblical examples include fraud, failure to restore what was taken, and moving established landmarks; such wrongdoing required restitution and accountability.
Truth
Doctrine & Theology - Both
Truth is faithfulness, reality, and conformity to what is right. In Scripture God is perfectly true, believers are called to truthful lives, and Jesus Christ is presented as “the truth.”
TRYPHAENA
People & Groups - New Testament
Tryphaena was a Christian woman in Rome whom Paul greeted and commended, together with Tryphosa, for laboring in the Lord. Her name and that of Tryphosa were common in the Roman world.
Tryphena
People & Groups - New Testament
Tryphena was a Christian woman in Rome whom Paul greeted as one who labored in the Lord. She is mentioned with Tryphosa among the women serving the church.
Tryphena and Tryphosa
People & Groups - New Testament
Tryphena and Tryphosa were Christian women in Rome whom Paul greeted as active workers in the Lord. Their service is commended in Romans 16:12.
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