Strong’s H8662

תַּרְתָּק

Part of speech

Proper Name

Transliteration

Tartaq

Pronunciation

tar-tawk'

Definition

Tartan

Meaning

Tartak

Usage

The term "Tartaq" refers to a deity worshiped by the Avvites, a people group mentioned in the Old Testament. It is one of the gods introduced into the region of Samaria by the Assyrian settlers after the exile of the Israelites. The name appears in the context of idolatry and the syncretistic practices that were prevalent among the nations surrounding Israel.

Bible references

2 Kings 17:31