# tribute

## Definition:

The term "tribute" refers to a gift from one ruler to another ruler, for the purpose of protection and for good relations between their nations.

* A tribute can also be a payment that a ruler or government requires from the people, such as a toll or tax.
* In Bible times, traveling kings or rulers sometimes paid 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 things besides money, such as foods, spices, rich clothing, and expensive metals such as gold.

## Translation Suggestions:

* Depending on the context, "tribute" could be translated as "official gifts" or "special tax" or "required payment."

(See also: [gold](../other/gold.md), [king](../other/king.md), [ruler](../other/ruler.md), [tax](../other/tax.md))

## Bible References:

* [1 Chronicles 18:1-2](rc://en/tn/help/1ch/18/01)
* [2 Chronicles 09:22-24](rc://en/tn/help/2ch/09/22)
* [2 Kings 17:03](rc://en/tn/help/2ki/17/03)
* [Luke 23:02](rc://en/tn/help/luk/23/02)

## Word Data:

* Strong's: H814, H1093, H4061, H4503, H4530, H4853, H4864, H6066, H7862, G5411

## Forms Found in the English ULB:

tribute