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Tilgathpilneser

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Tilgathpilneser is a variant, and probably a textual form, of Tiglath-pileser, the Assyrian king mentioned in Chronicles.

Definition

Tilgathpilneser is a variant, and probably a corruption, of the name Tiglath-pileser.

Biblical Usage

The name occurs in Chronicles in connection with the Assyrian king and his dealings with Israel and Judah.

Scripture References

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
a variation, and probably a corruption, of the name Tiglath-pileser. (1 Chronicles 5:6,26; 2 Chronicles 28:20)
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