Tubal-cain
Tubal-cain was a descendant of Cain and son of Lamech. He is described as a maker or forger of cutting instruments of bronze and iron.
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Tubalcain
Tubalcain was a son of Lamech and Zillah who worked in bronze and iron. He is associated with the early development of metalworking.
TUBIAS
Tubias was a region in Gilead where, during the Maccabean period, Jewish men were killed and their families were taken captive by Gentiles. It is associated with the biblical land of Tob.
TUBIENI
The Tubieni were Jews from the region of Tob who occupied the town of Charax. They are mentioned in the history of the Maccabean period.
Turpentine Tree
The turpentine tree was the terebinth, a resin-producing tree common in Palestine and the surrounding East. It is mentioned in the Apocrypha.
Turtle, Turtle-dove
The turtle-dove was a gentle, migratory bird commonly found in biblical lands. It was permitted for sacrifice and could be offered by the poor in place of a lamb.
Turtle, Turtledove
The turtle-dove was a small pigeon-like bird known for its plaintive call and seasonal return. Pairs of turtle-doves were accepted as offerings, especially from those unable to afford larger animals.
TUTOR
A tutor is properly a guardian or supervisor, especially of a child. In the New Testament the term describes guardians or custodians under whose care a child remained until maturity, and it is also translated “schoolmaster” in some passages.
TWILIGHT
Twilight is the brief period between sunset and complete darkness, or in some contexts the dim light before dawn. Biblical writers use it as a time marker and also as an image of darkness and concealment.
Twin Brothers
Twin Brothers is the Revised Version wording for Castor and Pollux, the twin figures represented by the ship’s sign mentioned in Acts 28:11.
TWINE
Twine is thread made by spinning two or more smaller strands together. Fine-twined linen was used for the curtains and hangings of the tabernacle and for portions of the priests’ garments.
Tychicus
Tychicus was an Asiatic Christian and trusted companion of Paul. Paul described him as a beloved brother, faithful minister, and fellow servant who carried messages and encouraged churches.
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