Topical Encyclopedia Ta'be-el is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the book of Isaiah. The name Ta'be-el, which can be translated as "God is good" or "Goodness of God," is associated with a political and historical context during the reign of King Ahaz of Judah.Biblical Reference: The primary reference to Ta'be-el is found in Isaiah 7:6. This passage is part of a prophecy delivered by the prophet Isaiah during a time of political turmoil for the Kingdom of Judah. The verse states: "Let us go up against Judah and terrorize it, and let us conquer it for ourselves, and set up the son of Tabeel as king in the midst of it." (Isaiah 7:6) Historical Context: The mention of Ta'be-el occurs during the Syro-Ephraimite War, a conflict in which the northern kingdom of Israel (Ephraim) and the kingdom of Aram (Syria) formed an alliance against the southern kingdom of Judah. King Rezin of Aram and King Pekah of Israel sought to dethrone Ahaz, the king of Judah, and replace him with a ruler more favorable to their interests. The "son of Tabeel" was their candidate for this puppet kingship. Theological Significance: From a theological perspective, the plot to install the son of Tabeel as king over Judah represents a direct challenge to the Davidic covenant, which promised that the line of David would continue to rule over Judah. The attempt to replace Ahaz with a foreign-backed ruler was not only a political maneuver but also a spiritual affront to God's promises to David. Isaiah's prophecy, however, assured King Ahaz that this plot would not succeed. In Isaiah 7:7, the Lord declares through Isaiah: "This is what the Lord GOD says: 'It will not happen; it will not occur.'" (Isaiah 7:7) This assurance from God highlights His sovereignty and faithfulness to His covenant, despite the political machinations of surrounding nations. Interpretation and Legacy: The mention of Ta'be-el and the thwarted plan to install his son as king serves as a reminder of God's protection over His chosen people and His ultimate control over the affairs of nations. It underscores the theme of divine intervention and the futility of human schemes against God's will. In the broader narrative of Scripture, the incident involving Ta'be-el is a precursor to the prophecy of Immanuel, found later in Isaiah 7:14, which Christians interpret as a messianic prophecy pointing to the birth of Jesus Christ. This connection further emphasizes the continuity of God's redemptive plan through the line of David, culminating in the coming of the Messiah. Concordance Ta'be-el (1 Occurrence)Isaiah 7:6 Thesaurus Ta'be-el (1 Occurrence)Ta'be-el. Tabeel, Ta'be-el. Tab'eel . Multi-Version Concordance Ta'be-el (1 Occurrence). Isaiah 7:6 Let us go up against Judah, troubling ... /t/ta'be-el.htm - 6k Tab'eel (1 Occurrence) Tabeel (2 Occurrences) Resources What are the different names of God, and what do they mean? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the meaning of the word Elohim? | GotQuestions.org What are the attributes of God? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
    |