Jump to: Hitchcock's • Smith's • ATS • ISBE • Easton's • Webster's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Introduction: Tubal is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, primarily in genealogical and prophetic contexts. He is recognized as one of the sons of Japheth, who was a son of Noah. Tubal's descendants are often associated with ancient peoples and regions, particularly in the context of trade and warfare. Genealogy and Historical Context: Tubal is first mentioned in the Table of Nations in Genesis 10:2: "The sons of Japheth: Gomer, Magog, Madai, Javan, Tubal, Meshech, and Tiras." . This passage places Tubal among the descendants of Japheth, who are traditionally understood to have settled in areas extending from Europe to parts of Asia. Tubal's lineage is often linked with the peoples who inhabited regions around the Black Sea and the Caucasus. Geographical Associations: The descendants of Tubal are frequently associated with the region of Anatolia, particularly in the area that is now modern-day Turkey. Historical and archaeological evidence suggests that the people of Tubal may have been connected to the ancient kingdom of Tabal, which existed in eastern Anatolia. This connection is supported by the mention of Tubal alongside Meshech, another of Japheth's sons, in several biblical passages, indicating a geographical proximity or alliance. Prophetic References: Tubal is mentioned in the prophetic books of the Bible, particularly in the context of eschatological visions. In Ezekiel 27:13, Tubal is listed among the trading partners of Tyre: "Javan, Tubal, and Meshech were your merchants; they exchanged slaves and bronze utensils for your merchandise." . This highlights Tubal's involvement in trade, particularly in metals and human trafficking, which were significant aspects of ancient commerce. Ezekiel 38:2-3 further references Tubal in the prophecy against Gog: "Son of man, set your face against Gog of the land of Magog, the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal. Prophesy against him and declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: 'Behold, I am against you, O Gog, chief prince of Meshech and Tubal.'" . This passage situates Tubal within a coalition of nations that will rise against Israel in the latter days, emphasizing its role in the unfolding of divine judgment and restoration. Cultural and Theological Significance: The mention of Tubal in the Bible underscores the interconnectedness of ancient peoples and the expansive reach of biblical genealogies. Tubal's inclusion in prophetic literature serves as a reminder of the broader narrative of God's sovereignty over nations and history. The references to Tubal in trade and warfare reflect the complexities of ancient Near Eastern geopolitics and the moral dimensions of commerce and conflict as viewed through a biblical lens. Conclusion: While Tubal is not a central figure in biblical narratives, his presence in genealogical and prophetic texts provides insight into the ancient world and the unfolding of God's plan through history. The legacy of Tubal and his descendants continues to be a subject of interest for biblical scholars and historians seeking to understand the historical and theological implications of these ancient peoples. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary Tubalthe earth; the world; confusion Smith's Bible Dictionary Tubalis reckoned with Javan and Meshech among the sons of Japheth. (Genesis 10:2; 1 Chronicles 1:5) The three are again associated in the enumeration of the sources of the wealth of Tyre. (Ezekiel 27:13) Tubal and Javan, (Isaiah 68:19) Meshech and Tubal, (Ezekiel 32:26; 38:2,3; 39:1) are nations of the north. (Ezekiel 38:15; 39:2) Josephus identified the descendants of Tubal with the Iberians, that is, the inhabitants of a tract of country between the Caspian and Euxine Seas, which nearly corresponded to the modern Georgia. ATS Bible Dictionary TubalA Son of Japheth, Genesis 10:2; supposed to have been the originator of the Tybareni, who occupied the northeastern part of Asia Minor. They were a warlike people, and brought slaves and copper vessels to the market of Tyre, Isaiah 66:19; Ezekiel 27:13; 32:26; 38:2; 39:1. Easton's Bible Dictionary (1.) The fifth son of Japheth (Genesis 10:2). (2.) A nation, probably descended from the son of Japheth. It is mentioned by Isaiah (66:19), along with Javan, and by Ezekiel (27:13), along with Meshech, among the traders with Tyre, also among the confederates of Gog (Ezek. 38:2, 3; 39:1), and with Meshech among the nations which were to be destroyed (32:26). This nation was probably the Tiberini of the Greek historian Herodotus, a people of the Asiatic highland west of the Upper Euphrates, the southern range of the Caucasus, on the east of the Black Sea. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (a.) Of or pertaining to a tube; specifically, of or pertaining to one of the Fallopian tubes; as, tubal pregnancy.International Standard Bible Encyclopedia TUBALtu'-bal (tubhal, tubhal; Septuagint Thobel, Codex Alexandrinus in Ezekiel 39:1, Thober): As the text stands, Tubal and Meshech are always coupled, except in Isaiah 66:19 (Massoretic Text) and Psalm 120:5. In the former passage Tubal is yoked with Javan; in the latter Meshech occurs in 120:5 and Kedar in 120:6. In Genesis 10:2 parallel, they are sons of Japheth. In Ezekiel (27:13) the two are mentioned as exporters of slaves and copper, as a warlike people of antiquity (32:26), in the army of Gog (38:2;; 39:1). Josephus identifies them with the Iberians and Cappadocians respectively; but they are most probably the Tibarenoi, and Moschoi, first mentioned in Herodotus iii.94 as belonging to the 19th satrapy of Darius, and again (vii.78) as furnishing a contingent to the host of Xerxes. Equally obvious is their identity with the Tabali and Muski of the Assyrian monuments, where the latter is mentioned as early as Tiglath-pileser I, and the former under Shalmaneser II; both are described as powerful military states. They appear together in Sargon's inscriptions; and during this entire period their territory must have extended much farther South and West than in Greek-Roman times. They are held (Winckler and Jeremias) to have been remnants of the old Hittite population which were gradually driven (probably by the Cimmerian invasion) to the mountainous district Southeast of the Black Sea. Strong's Hebrew 8422. Tubal -- a son of Japheth, also his desc. and their landTubal or Tubal. 8421, 8422. Tubal or Tubal. 8423 . a son of Japheth, also his desc. and their land. Transliteration: Tubal or ... /hebrew/8422.htm - 6k 8423. Tubal Qayin -- a son of Lamech 5279a. Naamah -- a sister of Tubal-cain, also an Ammonitess 5279. Na'amah -- a sister of Tubal-cain, also an Ammonitess 8424. tugah -- grief Library Chapter x Cain's Family and their Inventions. Of the Two Fathers and Leaders who Sprang from one Progenitor. The Life of Adam The Nations of the North-East Stedfastness in the Old Paths. Ezekiel's Discourse Introduction The Seventh (And Last) vision "On Earth" Concerning the Posterity of Adam, and the Ten Generations from Him ... Thesaurus Tubal (9 Occurrences)... Noah Webster's Dictionary. (a.) Of or pertaining to a tube; specifically, of or pertaining to one of the Fallopian tubes; as, tubal pregnancy. Int. ...TUBAL. ... /t/tubal.htm - 12k Tubal-cain (1 Occurrence) Tubal-cain's (1 Occurrence) Meshech (11 Occurrences) Tubalcain (1 Occurrence) Rosh (5 Occurrences) Javan (12 Occurrences) Mesech (1 Occurrence) Gog (12 Occurrences) Zillah (3 Occurrences) Resources Who was Tubal-Cain in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgWhat does the Bible say about permanent forms of birth control such as a tubal ligation or vasectomy? | GotQuestions.org Does the Bible say anything about Russia in relation to the end times? | GotQuestions.org Tubal: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Tubal (9 Occurrences)Genesis 4:22 Genesis 10:2 1 Chronicles 1:5 Isaiah 66:19 Ezekiel 27:13 Ezekiel 32:26 Ezekiel 38:2 Ezekiel 38:3 Ezekiel 39:1 Subtopics Tubal: Descendants of, Become a Nation Related Terms |
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