Strong's Lexicon tabbach: Cook, butcher, executioner, guard Original Word: טַבָּח Word Origin: Derived from the root verb טָבַח (tabach), meaning "to slaughter" or "to butcher." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent in the Strong's Concordance, the role of a "cook" or "butcher" can be related to terms like μάγειρος (mageiros) in Greek, which refers to a cook or chef. Usage: The Hebrew word "tabbach" primarily refers to a person who slaughters animals for food, a cook, or a butcher. In some contexts, it can also refer to an executioner or a guard, particularly in royal or military settings. The term is used to describe those responsible for preparing food, as well as those tasked with carrying out executions or serving as guards. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern societies, the role of a "tabbach" was significant due to the importance of food preparation and ritual sacrifices. Butchers and cooks were essential in both domestic and temple settings. In royal courts, the "tabbach" could also serve as an executioner, reflecting the dual role of providing sustenance and maintaining order. The position required skill and trustworthiness, especially in royal households where food safety and security were paramount. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) corresponding to tabbach Definition guardsman NASB Translation bodyguard (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance guard (Aramaic) the same as tabbach; a lifeguardsman -- guard. see HEBREW tabbach Forms and Transliterations טַבָּחַיָּ֖א טבחיא ṭab·bā·ḥay·yā tabbachaiYa ṭabbāḥayyāLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 2:14 HEB: לְאַרְי֕וֹךְ רַב־ טַבָּחַיָּ֖א דִּ֣י מַלְכָּ֑א NAS: of the king's bodyguard, who KJV: the king's guard, which was gone forth INT: to Arioch the captain bodyguard who of the king's 1 Occurrence |
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