Taphathטָפַת
Daughter of Solomon; wife of Ben-abinadab
Who is Taphath in the Bible?
Taphath was a daughter of King Solomon who married Ben-abinadab, one of Solomon's twelve district governors (1 Kings 4:11). Ben-abinadab was responsible for overseeing the district of Naphoth-dor and providing provisions for the royal household. Her marriage to Ben-abinadab represents the political alliances Solomon formed through his children, binding his administrative officials to the royal family and strengthening the stability of his kingdom during Israel's most prosperous period.
Biography
Taphath is mentioned in 1Ki.4.11 as a daughter of King Solomon. She was given in marriage to Ben-abinadab, who was one of Solomon's twelve district governors responsible for providing food for the royal household. Ben-abinadab's district was Naphoth-dor.
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In Scripture
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- 1 Kings 4:11
"Ben-abinadab in Naphath-dor (Taphath, a daughter of Solomon, was his wife);"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | טָפַת |