Tires
Culture & SocietyWhat is the meaning of Tires in the Bible?
In archaic biblical English, the term 'tire' denotes the act of adorning or dressing, particularly the head, and as a noun refers to a decorative headpiece or crown derived from the Latin 'tiara'.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this archaic definition prevents modern readers from misinterpreting the word as exhaustion, thereby clarifying the ritualistic or royal nature of attire described in passages such as 2 Kings 9:30.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Ancient Cultural Lens: Avoid applying 21st-century Western assumptions to Tires. 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 Tires in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Tires clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
2 Kings 9:30
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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
"Tires." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/tires/