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Tribulation refers to the afflictions and persecutions that believers experience in this world, yet Jesus assures us of His victory and peace that transcend these temporary troubles.

Tribute refers to taxes or payments owed to governing authorities, which Scripture teaches believers should pay as part of their civic duty and submission to God-ordained government. Jesus affirmed this principle while distinguishing between earthly obligations and ultimate allegiance to God.

The Trinity is the biblical doctrine that God exists eternally as one being in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, each fully God and equally worthy of worship. This foundational truth appears throughout Scripture, revealing God's nature and His work in creation and redemption.

Trinity, The Holy

The Trinity reveals God as three eternal persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—each fully divine yet one God. This foundational doctrine is demonstrated throughout Scripture as these three work together in creation, redemption, and sanctification.

Troas was an important coastal city in Asia Minor where Paul ministered and experienced significant spiritual encounters during his missionary journeys.

Trogyllium was a small coastal town in Asia Minor where Paul's ship stopped briefly during his third missionary journey. Though mentioned only once in Scripture, it marks an important point in Paul's determined journey to Jerusalem.

Trophies in Scripture represent spoils of victory taken from defeated enemies, serving as tangible reminders of God's deliverance and human achievement in battle.

Trophimus was an Ephesian believer and traveling companion of the Apostle Paul who became involved in a controversy that nearly cost Paul his life in Jerusalem.

Trouble, Borrowing

Scripture teaches that anxiety and worry about troubles and future needs are incompatible with faith in God's provision and care. Jesus calls believers to trust Him rather than be consumed by worry.

A truce is a temporary cessation of hostilities agreed upon by opposing parties. Scripture illustrates how truces can bring temporary peace but often fail to resolve underlying conflicts.

Trumpets in Scripture served as instruments for calling God's people to worship, war, and assembly, symbolizing God's authoritative voice. They represent the importance of heeding God's call and the final trumpet that will announce Christ's return.

Trumpets, Feast of

The Feast of Trumpets was an annual Jewish celebration on the first day of the seventh month, marked by the blowing of trumpets and a holy convocation. It served as a day of remembrance and preparation for the Day of Atonement.

Trust is the foundational act of placing our complete confidence in God's character, promises, and provision rather than in ourselves or earthly securities. Biblical trust involves both belief and the practical surrender of our circumstances to God's sovereign care.

A trustee is one entrusted with the care and management of another's property or goods. Biblical law established clear standards for trustees' accountability and liability.

Truth is the foundation of Christian faith and life, rooted in God's character and revealed supremely in Jesus Christ. Living truthfully reflects our commitment to God's Word and our integrity before others.

Truth of God, the

God's truth is an eternal, unchanging attribute that forms the foundation of His character and all His promises. His Word is completely reliable and worthy of our full trust.

Tryphena was a Christian woman in Rome commended by Paul for her faithful labor in the Lord. She exemplifies devoted service within the early church.

Tryphosa was a Christian woman in Rome whom Paul commended for her faithful work in the Lord. She exemplifies the important role of women in early church ministry and service.

Tubal was a son of Japheth and the father of a nation, likely representing a people group in ancient Asia Minor that features prominently in end-times prophecy.

Tubal-Cain was a descendant of Cain who became the first forger of bronze and iron tools, demonstrating human ingenuity and craftsmanship in the pre-flood world.

Tumors in Scripture represent divine judgment and physical affliction sent by God upon those who reject His authority. The biblical record shows God's power over disease and His ability to both bring affliction and healing.

A tutor in biblical times was a trusted servant or guardian who supervised a child's upbringing and education until maturity. Paul uses this cultural image to illustrate how the law functioned in God's plan before Christ's arrival.

Twins in Scripture demonstrate God's sovereignty over life and His purposes across generations, including the famous cases of Jacob and Esau, and Perez and Zerah.

Tychicus was a faithful companion and messenger of the Apostle Paul who served the early church by delivering epistles and providing pastoral support to various congregations.

Types of Christ

Types of Christ are Old Testament persons, events, and institutions that prefigure and foreshadow Jesus Christ and His redemptive work. Understanding these types deepens our appreciation of Christ's central role throughout Scripture.

Tyrannus was a man in Ephesus who owned a lecture hall where the Apostle Paul taught about Jesus for two years, demonstrating the spread of the Gospel throughout Asia Minor.

Tyre was an ancient Phoenician city known for its wealth, commerce, and pride, which became the subject of biblical prophecy regarding divine judgment. Scripture reveals both its practical contributions to God's people and its eventual downfall as a warning against worldly arrogance.