Bible Dictionary
Tabor, The Plain Of
“The plain of Tabor” is probably an incorrect translation of “the oak of Tabor.” It was a landmark on Saul’s journey home after Samuel anointed him.
Definition
“The plain of Tabor” is an older rendering of a phrase that should probably be translated “the oak of Tabor.” It designates a landmark rather than a plain.
Biblical Usage
The oak of Tabor is mentioned once, in the account of Saul’s homeward journey after Samuel anointed him. Saul was directed to pass this landmark on his way.
Historical Background
The expression has been corrected in the Revised Version because the underlying reference is understood to be an oak, not a plain. It was probably the same general landmark associated with Allon-bacuth.
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
This is an incorrect translation, and should be THE Oak OF Tabor, Tabor. It is mentioned in (1 Samuel 10:3) only, as one of the points in the homeward journey of Saul after his anointing by Samuel.