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Metaphysical meaning of Tanhumeth (mbd)

Metaphysical meaning of Tanhumeth (mbd)
Tanhumeth, tan'-hu-meth (Heb.)--rest; quiet; comfort; consolation.

Father of Seraiah, who came to Gedaliah to Mizpah. In II Kings 25:23 he is called "the Netophathite," but according to Jeremiah 40:8 this appellative belongs to Ephai instead of Tanhumeth.

Meta. A peaceful, helpful, cheering, strengthening thought activity in the higher, more spiritual phase of man's consciousness (rest, quiet, comfort, consolation, an Israelite).

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Preceding Entry: Tammuz
Following Entry: Taphath