Thelasar is a location mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the context of the Assyrian conquests. It is referenced in 2 Kings 19:12 and Isaiah 37:12, where it is listed among the cities that were conquered by the Assyrian kings. The mention of Thelasar occurs during the narrative of King Hezekiah of Judah and the threat posed by the Assyrian king Sennacherib.

Biblical References:

· 2 Kings 19:12 : "Did the gods of the nations my fathers destroyed rescue them—the gods of Gozan, Haran, Rezeph, and the people of Eden who were in Telassar?"
· Isaiah 37:12 : "Did the gods of the nations my fathers destroyed rescue them—the gods of Gozan, Haran, Rezeph, and the people of Eden who were in Telassar?"

In these passages, Thelasar is mentioned alongside other regions and cities that fell to the Assyrian empire. The context is a rhetorical question posed by the Assyrian envoys to undermine the confidence of the people of Judah in their God, suggesting that just as the gods of other nations could not save them, neither would the God of Israel save Jerusalem.

Historical and Geographical Context:

Thelasar is often associated with the region of Eden, which is distinct from the Garden of Eden mentioned in Genesis. The exact location of Thelasar is not definitively known, but it is generally thought to be in Mesopotamia, possibly near the Tigris or Euphrates rivers. Some scholars suggest it may correspond to a place known as Til-Assur, though this identification remains speculative.

The mention of Thelasar in the context of Assyrian conquests highlights the extensive reach of the Assyrian empire during the 8th century BC. The Assyrians were known for their military prowess and their ability to subjugate numerous cities and regions, incorporating them into their empire.

Theological Significance:

The reference to Thelasar in the biblical narrative serves to emphasize the power and sovereignty of the God of Israel in contrast to the impotent gods of the nations. The Assyrian argument that no god had been able to withstand their might is countered by the biblical narrative, which ultimately demonstrates that the God of Israel is not like the gods of other nations. The account of Hezekiah's faith and God's deliverance of Jerusalem serves as a testament to the unique power and faithfulness of Yahweh.

Thelasar, therefore, is not just a geographical reference but also a symbol of the futility of idolatry and the ultimate triumph of the God of Israel over the false gods of the surrounding nations.Thelasar

same as Telassar

Thelasar

[TEL-ASSAR]

THELASAR

the-la'-sar (tela'ssar, telassar).

See TELASSAR.

Deliverance from Assyria
... Have the gods of the nations delivered them which my fathers have destroyed; as
Gozan, and Haran, and Rezeph, and the children of Eden which were in Thelasar? ...
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Thelasar (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia THELASAR. the-la'-sar (tela'ssar, telassar).
See TELASSAR. Multi-Version Concordance Thelasar (1 Occurrence). ...
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Thelassar (2 Occurrences)

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Telassar (2 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Or Thelasar, (Isaiah 37:12; 2 Kings 19:12), a province
in the south-east of Assyria, probably in Babylonia. ...
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Theives (1 Occurrence)

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