Topical Encyclopedia Tubias is a figure mentioned in the apocryphal Book of Tobit, which is part of the Deuterocanonical books in the Catholic and Orthodox Christian traditions but is not included in the Protestant canon. The Book of Tobit is a narrative that combines elements of wisdom literature and folklore, and it is set during the time of the Assyrian exile.Background and Family Tubias, more commonly known as Tobias, is the son of Tobit, a righteous Israelite of the tribe of Naphtali. Tobit is noted for his piety, charity, and adherence to the Law of Moses, even while living in Nineveh, a city of the Assyrian Empire. Tubias is raised in this devout environment, learning from his father's example of faithfulness and obedience to God. The Journey The central narrative involving Tubias begins when Tobit, having become blind, sends his son on a journey to Media to retrieve a sum of money he had deposited with a relative named Gabael. Tobit instructs Tubias to find a trustworthy companion for the journey, and God sends the angel Raphael, disguised as a man named Azarias, to accompany him. During the journey, Tubias demonstrates his faith and courage. He encounters a large fish in the Tigris River, and following Raphael's instructions, he captures it and preserves its heart, liver, and gall bladder for medicinal purposes. These items later play a crucial role in the account. Marriage to Sarah While in Media, Tubias meets Sarah, the daughter of Raguel, who has been afflicted by a demon named Asmodeus. This demon has killed seven of her previous husbands on their wedding night. Tubias, with Raphael's guidance, marries Sarah and uses the fish's liver and heart to drive the demon away, thus saving his own life and breaking the curse that had plagued Sarah. Return and Restoration Upon returning to Nineveh with his new wife and the retrieved money, Tubias uses the fish's gall to cure his father's blindness, fulfilling the angel Raphael's prophecy. This miraculous healing restores Tobit's sight and brings great joy to the family. Tubias's journey is marked by divine intervention, faith, and the fulfillment of God's promises. Significance Tubias's account is one of faith, divine providence, and the importance of family loyalty. It highlights themes of God's protection and guidance, the power of prayer, and the rewards of righteousness. Although not part of the Protestant canon, the narrative of Tubias in the Book of Tobit has been influential in Christian art and literature, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil and the blessings of faithfulness. Biblical References While the Book of Tobit is not included in the Berean Standard Bible, its narrative can be found in the Catholic and Orthodox versions of the Old Testament. The account of Tubias serves as an example of God's care for His people, even in times of exile and hardship, and underscores the belief in angels as messengers and protectors sent by God. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia TUBIAStu'-bi-as (en tois Tobiou; the King James Version "in the places of Tobie," the Revised Version (British and American) "in the land of Tubias"): A place in Gilead where 1,000 men of the Jews were slaughtered by the Gentiles, their wives and children being carried away captive (1 Maccabees 5:13). It is identified with the land of TOB (which see). Thesaurus Tubias... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia TUBIAS. tu'-bi-as (en tois Tobiou; the King James Version "in the places of Tobie," the Revised ... /t/tubias.htm - 6k Tubieni Tubes (2 Occurrences) Tobie Resources Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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