Lexical Summary Tamar: Tamar Original Word: תָּמָר Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Tamar The same as tamar; Tamar, the name of three women and a place -- Tamar. see HEBREW tamar NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as tomer Definition daughter-in-law of Judah, also two Isr. women, also a place S. of the Dead Sea NASB Translation Tamar (25). Brown-Driver-Briggs II. תָּמָר25 proper name 1. feminine a. daughter-in-law of Judah Genesis 38:6,11 (twice in verse); Genesis 38:13,24; 1 Chronicles 2:4; Ruth 4:12. b. daughter of David, sister of Absalom 2 Samuel 13:1,211t. 13, 2 Chronicles 3:9. c. daughter of Absalom 2 Samuel 14:27. 2. location Ezekiel 47:19; Ezekiel 48:28; 1 Kings 9:18 Kt ( > Qr תַּדְמֹר q. v.), so read also "" 2Chronicles 8:4 (for ᵑ0 תַּדְמֹר); site not certain, compare BuhlG 184. — בַּעַל תָּמָר see בַּעַל. Topical Lexicon Etymology and Symbolism Though Tamar literally evokes the graceful palm, Scripture’s interest in the name lies less in botany than in the moral and redemptive scenes played out by those who bear it. The palm tree’s upright trunk and life-sustaining fruit quietly echo the themes of righteousness, resilience and hope that surface in each narrative. Women Named Tamar Tamar, Judah’s Daughter-in-Law (Genesis 38; Ruth 4:12; 1 Chronicles 2:4) Introduced in the patriarchal period, she enters salvation history when “Judah acquired a wife for Er, his firstborn, and her name was Tamar” (Genesis 38:6). Widowed through the deaths of Er and Onan, she is twice denied her levirate right to an heir. Her bold decision to pose as a prostitute exposes Judah’s failure, yet God vindicates her: “She is more righteous than I” (Genesis 38:26). The twins she bears—Perez and Zerah—secure the messianic line (Ruth 4:12; Matthew 1:3). Thus Tamar exemplifies covenant faithfulness, persistence, and the unexpected ways God preserves His promises. Ministry significance: Tamar, Daughter of David (2 Samuel 13) “Now David’s son Absalom had a beautiful sister named Tamar” (2 Samuel 13:1). Her tragedy unfolds when Amnon’s lust culminates in rape (13:14). Tamar’s torn robe and ashes (13:19) testify to violated innocence and to Israel’s legal demand for restitution that never comes. Absalom’s simmering anger births rebellion; David’s passivity magnifies pain. The account exposes generational consequences of unchecked sin and the need for righteous intervention. Ministry significance: Tamar, Daughter of Absalom (2 Samuel 14:27; 1 Chronicles 3:9) Absalom commemorates his sister by naming his own daughter Tamar, described as “a beautiful woman.” Though Scripture supplies only this glimpse, her presence signals remembrance, restoration, and a father’s attempt to reclaim honor after family disgrace. Ministry significance: Geographical Tamar (Ezekiel 47:19; 48:28) On the south border of the renewed land, the prophet marks “Tamar to the waters of Meribah Kadesh” (47:19). This frontier palm outpost anchors Israel’s inheritance in the millennial vision, assuring exiles that God’s apportionment is sure and expansive. Ministry significance: Theological Themes 1. Covenant Fidelity: Each Tamar account spotlights God’s commitment to His covenant even when human agents act treacherously. Practical and Pastoral Applications • Uphold biblical justice systems within family, church, and society, especially regarding sexual sin and care for widows. Summary The name Tamar threads through Scripture as a witness to righteousness amid unrighteousness, healing amid trauma, and promise amid exile. Whether a courageous widow, a violated princess, a memorialized daughter, or a southern border town, Tamar directs hearts to the God who sees, vindicates, and secures His redemptive purposes. Forms and Transliterations וְתָמָ֥ר וְתָמָר֙ ותמר לְתָמָ֖ר לְתָמָ֨ר לתמר מִתָּמָ֗ר מתמר תָּמָ֑ר תָּמָ֔ר תָּמָ֖ר תָּמָ֗ר תָּמָ֣ר תָּמָ֥ר תָּמָֽר׃ תָּמָר֙ תָמָ֖ר תָמָ֨ר תמר תמר׃ lə·ṯā·mār letaMar ləṯāmār mit·tā·mār mittaMar mittāmār tā·mār ṯā·mār taMar tāmār ṯāmār vetaMar wə·ṯā·mār wəṯāmārLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Genesis 38:6 HEB: בְּכוֹר֑וֹ וּשְׁמָ֖הּ תָּמָֽר׃ NAS: and her name [was] Tamar. KJV: his firstborn, whose name [was] Tamar. INT: his firstborn name Tamar Genesis 38:11 Genesis 38:11 Genesis 38:13 Genesis 38:24 Ruth 4:12 2 Samuel 13:1 2 Samuel 13:2 2 Samuel 13:4 2 Samuel 13:5 2 Samuel 13:6 2 Samuel 13:7 2 Samuel 13:8 2 Samuel 13:10 2 Samuel 13:10 2 Samuel 13:19 2 Samuel 13:20 2 Samuel 13:22 2 Samuel 13:32 2 Samuel 14:27 1 Chronicles 2:4 1 Chronicles 3:9 Ezekiel 47:19 Ezekiel 48:28 24 Occurrences |
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