Tabeal
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Tabeal in the Bible?
Tabeal was a Judean official during the 8th century BCE. He is mentioned as the father of a political figure whom the kings of Syria and Samaria attempted to install as a puppet ruler over King Ahaz.
SIGNIFICANCE
His mention in the Book of Isaiah illustrates the geopolitical instability and foreign interference in the Kingdom of Judah during the Syro-Ephraimite War.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Tabeal reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Tabeal in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Tabeal clarify?
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Tabeal." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/tabeal/