Tebeth
Culture & SocietyWhat is the meaning of Tebeth in the Bible?
The tenth month of the Jewish ecclesiastical year, corresponding to January and February in the modern Gregorian calendar. It is mentioned in Esther 2:16.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding Tebeh helps readers identify the specific seasonal timing of events in biblical narratives, such as the coronation of Esther, by aligning ancient lunar months with the solar year.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Ancient Cultural Lens: Avoid applying 21st-century Western assumptions to Tebeth. Examine how first-century or Near Eastern listeners understood this practice within their daily social dynamics.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Tebeth in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Tebeth clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Esther 2:16
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
"Tebeth." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/tebeth/