Bible Dictionary
Tirza
Tirza was an ancient city in Canaan and later the early royal residence of the northern kingdom of Israel before Samaria became the capital. Tirza was also the name of a daughter of Zelophehad.
Biblical Usage
The city was conquered by Joshua, served as the residence of several northern kings, and was associated with events involving Jeroboam, Zimri, and Menahem. Solomon compared its beauty with Jerusalem. The woman Tirza appears in the inheritance records.
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