Acts 9:36
Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did.
Biblical meaning of the name Tabitha
Meaning
“Gazelle”
Tabitha is Aramaic: “gazelle”. Luke translates it himself into Greek — Dorcas, which also means gazelle.
In the original:Ταβιθά Tabithá · Strong G5000
Who was Tabitha in the Bible?
Tabitha was a disciple in Joppa, known for her good works and the clothes she made for widows. When she died, they sent for Peter; he prayed and said, “Tabitha, arise” — and she came back to life. Many believed in the Lord because of it.
Where the name appears
Acts 9:40
But Peter put them all forth, and kneeled down, and prayed; and turning him to the body said, Tabitha, arise. And she opened her eyes: and when she saw Peter, she sat up.
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