תְּרָפִים
Teraphim (singular or plural) a family idol
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What does תְּרָפִים (tĕrāpiym) mean in the Bible?
תְּרָפִים (tĕrāpiym) is a Hebrew word meaning "Teraphim (singular or plural) a family idol". Teraphim (singular or plural) a family idol Usage: idols(-atry), images, teraphim.
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Meaning
Household idols kept for divination and protection; strictly forbidden in Israel's covenant with YHWH
Teraphim (singular or plural) a family idol Usage: idols(-atry), images, teraphim.
Biblical Occurrences
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