Tebaliah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Tebaliah in the Bible?
Tebaliah was a Merarite gatekeeper mentioned in 1 Chronicles 26:11. The name may be a misreading of Tobhiyahu, meaning 'Yahweh is good'.
SIGNIFICANCE
The textual variation between Tebaliah and Tobhiyahu demonstrates the complexities of textual transmission in the Hebrew Bible, aiding readers in understanding how scribal errors or variant readings can influence the interpretation of biblical genealogies and temple roles.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Tebaliah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Tebaliah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Tebaliah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 26:11
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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
"Tebaliah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/tebaliah/