Tabellius
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Tabellius in the Bible?
One of the Persian officials in Samaria who wrote a letter to Artaxerxes which caused the rebuilding of Jerusalem to be stopped for a time. He is also referred to as 'Tabeel' in Ezra 4:7.
SIGNIFICANCE
The letter written by Tabellius played a significant role in delaying the rebuilding of Jerusalem during the post-exilic period.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Tabellius reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Tabellius in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Tabellius clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 4:7
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
"Tabellius." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/tabellius/