Tema

Tema, an Arabian city and tribe known for its caravans and trade, mentioned in prophetic and poetic texts.

The name Tema means “admiration; perfection; consummation”

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Summary

A location first mentioned at Job 6:19; only referred to as Tema (תֵּימָא).

Location

Identified as
Tayma
Certainty
Widely agreed (100% of scholarship)
Coordinates
27.630° N, 38.552° E
Tema
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Glossary entries

Tema (Place)

Connections

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Alternative names

Mentions

  1. The caravans of Tema look for water; the travelers of Sheba hope to find it.
  2. Bring water for the thirsty, O dwellers of Tema; meet the refugees with food.
  3. Dedan, Tema, Buz, and all who cut the corners of their hair;