### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Hebrew word **tablîyth**, represented by `{{H8399}}`, signifies **consumption** or **destruction**. Derived from the root בָּלָה (bâlâh), this term is exceptionally rare, appearing only **1 time** in **1 unique verse** in the entire Bible. Its singular use highlights a specific and final act of destruction.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
The sole appearance of `{{H8399}}` is in [[Isaiah 10:25]], where God declares, "For yet a very little while, and the indignation shall cease, and mine anger in their **destruction**." In this prophetic context, the word marks the ultimate conclusion of a period of divine anger. The **destruction** is presented as the final event after which God's indignation `{{H2195}}` will cease `{{H3615}}`.
### Related Words & Concepts
The meaning of **tablîyth** is illuminated by the words used alongside it in [[Isaiah 10:25]] and in related passages:
* `{{H2195}}` **zaʻam** (indignation, rage): This term describes the fury of God that is poured out upon nations [[Zephaniah 3:8]] and individuals [[Ezekiel 21:31]]. The Bible speaks of a time when this indignation will be "accomplished" [[Daniel 11:36]] or "overpast" [[Isaiah 26:20]], leading to the finality expressed by **tablîyth**.
* `{{H3615}}` **kâlâh** (to end, cease, consume, destroy): This word describes how God's indignation will "cease" just before the **destruction** `{{H8399}}` occurs [[Isaiah 10:25]]. It also carries the meaning of being "consumed," but is used to express God's mercy when His people are not consumed ([[Malachi 3:6]], [[Lamentations 3:22]]).
* `{{H639}}` **ʼaph** (anger, wrath): Often paired with indignation, this word for God's anger is described as lasting for but a moment [[Psalms 30:5]] and something He does not retain forever [[Micah 7:18]]. Its presence in [[Isaiah 10:25]] reinforces that the **destruction** is the result of divine wrath.
### Theological Significance
The theological concept conveyed by `{{H8399}}` is focused and potent, centered on the execution of divine judgment.
* **A Finite Climax of Wrath:** The use of `{{H8399}}` is framed by the phrase "a very little while" (`{{H4213}}`, `{{H4592}}`), indicating that this **destruction** is not an unending process but a specific, concluding event. It serves as the definitive end to a period of God's expressed anger `{{H639}}` and indignation `{{H2195}}`.
* **The Outcome of Divine Indignation:** The term appears as the final object of God's anger in [[Isaiah 10:25]]. It represents the ultimate consequence when God's indignation is fully spent, as seen in other contexts where His indignation is poured out as judgment ([[Jeremiah 50:25]], [[Zephaniah 3:8]]).
* **Directed Consumption:** The base meaning of **consumption** points to a complete and total end. While the related word for "consume" `{{H3615}}` is sometimes used to show God's mercy in *not* destroying His people [[Malachi 3:6]], the unique use of `{{H8399}}` highlights a moment where that consuming power is fully unleashed as a final judgment.
### Summary
In summary, **tablîyth** `{{H8399}}` is a highly specific term for **destruction**. Though it appears only once, its context in [[Isaiah 10:25]] provides a clear picture of its meaning. It represents the climactic and final consumption that results from a temporary but intense expression of God's anger and indignation. Its significance is deepened by related terms for wrath and cessation, illustrating a precise theological point about the finality of divine judgment.
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