Teraphim, pl., "images," family gods (penates) worshipped by Abram's kindred (Joshua 24:14 ). Put by Michal in David's bed (Judges 17:5; 18:14,17,18,20; 1 Samuel 19:13 ). "Nothing can be more instructive and significant than this multiplicity and variety of words designating the instruments and inventions of idolatry."
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Easton, Matthew George. Entry for 'Idol'. Easton's Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​ebd/​i/idol.html. 1897.