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Teraphim
teraphim is a recurring theme in Scripture with relevance to the Christian life and biblical understanding.
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Verse Refs
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Books
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Sub-Topics
Quick Facts
- Etymology
- “images”, “idols”
- Type
- Place
- Referenced In
- 2 books of the Bible
Overview
What does the Bible say about teraphim? Browse 7 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.
Topical Index
4 sub-topics from Nave's Topical Bible
Used by Laban, stolen by Rachael (equivalent to a deed to all of Laban' s property, according to the Nuzi tablets)
Genesis 31:19,30-35
Used by Micah, stolen by the Danites
Judges 17:5Judges 18:14,17-20
Condemned and disposed of by Jacob
Genesis 35:2-4
Destroyed by Josiah
Key Verses
1
Genesis 31:19,30-35
Used by Laban, stolen by Rachael (equivalent to a deed to all of Laban' s property, according to the Nuzi tablets)
2
Judges 17:5
Used by Micah, stolen by the Danites
3
Genesis 35:2-4
Condemned and disposed of by Jacob