תִּרְעָתִים (tir.a.ti)
tir.a.ti
Tirathite
N:N--LGQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N--LG
Word Overview
The proper noun Tirathites refers to a specific family within the Kenite tribe, mentioned only once in the Hebrew Bible at 1 Chronicles 2:55. The name itself translates to "men of the gate," suggesting a functional identity tied to their role or location rather than just lineage.
These scribes lived in Jabez, a town noted for its skilled craftsmen and record-keepers. As one of three distinct Kenite families described in this genealogy, the Tirathites represent the specialized administrative class that supported Israel’s tribal structure through literacy and documentation, preserving the historical records of the people.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Tirathite appears in just one verse, yet it reveals a quiet truth about God’s kingdom: He uses specialized skills for His purposes. These were scribes living in Jabez, part of the Kenite tribe, whose role involved record-keeping and administration. Their identity was tied to their function—men of the gate—showing that faithfulness isn’t only found in leadership or prophecy but also in the steady work of documentation and support.
For your life, this word reminds us that every skill has value when offered to God. Whether you write, organize, or manage details, your work matters in the broader story of His people. It’s not about fame or visibility; it’s about serving where you’re placed with integrity.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Tirathites1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- תִּרְעָתִ֥ים1×