Bible Dictionary
Tirathites, The
The Tirathites were one of three families of scribes living at Jabez, alongside the Shimeathites and Sucathites. Little more is known about them.
Definition
The Tirathites were one of three families of scribes residing at Jabez. The Shimeathites and Sucathites were the other two families named.
Biblical Usage
They are mentioned in the genealogy of Judah.
Historical Background
The passage concerning these families is described as obscure, and nothing further is given about them.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
one of the three families of scribes residing at Jabez, (1 Chronicles 2:55) the others being the Shimeathites and Sucathites. The passage is hopelessly obscure.