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# tribute #
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## Definition: ##
The term "tribute" refers to a gift from one ruler to another ruler, for the purpose of protection and good relations between their nations.
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* A tribute can also be a payment that a ruler or government requires from the people, such as a toll or tax.
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* In Bible times, traveling kings or rulers might pay a tribute to the king of the region they were traveling through to make sure they would be protected and safe.
* Often the tribute would include other things besides money, such as foods, spices, rich clothing, and expensive metals such as gold.
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## Translation Suggestions: ##
* Depending on the context, "tribute" could be translated as "official gifts" or "special tax" or "required payment."
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(See also: [gold ](../other/gold.md ), [king ](../other/king.md ), [ruler ](../other/ruler.md ), [tax ](../other/tax.md ))
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## Bible References: ##
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* [1 Chronicles 18:1-2 ](en/tn/1ch/help/18/01 )
* [2 Chronicles 09:22-24 ](en/tn/2ch/help/09/22 )
* [2 Kings 17:1-3 ](en/tn/2ki/help/17/01 )
* [Luke 23:1-2 ](en/tn/luk/help/23/01 )
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