Who was Damascus?

Persecutor turned believer.

The story of Damascus

Damascus - Governor of Damascus
Damascus - Governor of Damascus
Governor of Damascus

Damascus is a biblical figure best known for his role in the Old Testament. He was the son of Maacah, the daughter of Absalom, and the brother of Absalom's son, Absalom. He was also the father of Ahaziah, the king of Judah. Damascus is mentioned in the Bible in several contexts. He is mentioned in the book of Kings as the father of Ahaziah, the king of Judah. He is also mentioned in the book of Chronicles as the father of Jehoram, the king of Israel. He is also mentioned in the book of Isaiah as a leader of the Edomites. Damascus is best known for his role in the Old Testament. He is mentioned in the book of Kings as the father of Ahaziah, the king of Judah. He is also mentioned in the book of Chronicles as the father of Jehoram, the king of Israel. He is also mentioned in the book of Isaiah as a leader of the Edomites. Damascus is an important figure in the Old Testament. He is mentioned in several contexts and is best known for his role in the Old Testament. He was the father of Ahaziah, the king of Judah, and the father of Jehoram, the king of Israel. He was also a leader of the Edomites. He was the son of Maacah, the daughter of Absalom, and the brother of Absalom's son, Absalom.

Name meaning

"A well-watered land"

Name origin

Semitic

Role

Governor of Damascus

First mention

Genesis 14:15

Appearances in the Bible

56 mentions

Damascus in the Bible

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Genesis

Chapter 14

Abraham Rescues Lot

This chapter tells the story of a battle between different kings and how Abram rescues his nephew Lot.

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Genesis

Chapter 15

God's Covenant with Abraham

God makes a promise to Abram that his descendants will be as numerous as the stars in the sky. God also tells Abram that...

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 9

The Conversion of Saul on the Road to Damascus

Paul is arrested and brought to trial in Jerusalem, but he escapes to Tarsus.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 22

The Defense Before the Jerusalem Mob

Paul defends himself before the crowd and explains his conversion to Christianity.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 26

The Defense Before Agrippa

Paul gives his testimony before King Agrippa.

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2 Corinthians

Chapter 11

The Suffering of Paul

Paul defends himself against false apostles and explains the sufferings he has endured for the sake of the gospel.

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2 Samuel

Chapter 8

David's Military Campaigns

David continues to expand his kingdom through military conquest.

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1 Kings

Chapter 11

Solomon's Apostasy

Solomon becomes increasingly idolatrous, leading to division in the kingdom after his death.

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1 Kings

Chapter 15

Abijam's Reign in Judah

Abijam becomes king of Judah and continues the sins of his father.

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1 Kings

Chapter 19

Elijah Flees from Jezebel

Elijah flees from Jezebel after she threatens his life.

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1 Kings

Chapter 20

Ahab's Wars

Ahab continues his idolatry and goes to war against Ben-hadad, the king of Syria.

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2 Kings

Chapter 5

Naaman's Healing

Naaman, a commander of the Syrian army, is healed of leprosy by Elisha and becomes a believer in the Lord.

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2 Kings

Chapter 8

Jehoram's Reign and Death in Israel

Jehoram becomes king of Israel and leads the people into idolatry, eventually dying a painful death.

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2 Kings

Chapter 14

Amaziah's Reign in Judah

Amaziah becomes king of Judah and carries out reforms, defeating the Edomites in battle.

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2 Kings

Chapter 16

Hoshea's Reign and Fall of Samaria

Hoshea becomes king of Israel and leads the people into idolatry, eventually causing the fall of Samaria to the Assyrian...

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 18

David's Military Successes

David's reign, including his administration and building projects, and the reign of his son Solomon.

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 16

Asa's Alliance and Rebuke

Asa's shift in strategy, forming alliances with foreign powers, and the prophet Hanani's rebuke highlighting the import...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 24

Joash's Apostasy and Zechariah's Death

The chapter unfolds Joash's oscillation between righteousness and apostasy, culminating in the tragic death of the proph...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 28

Ahaz's Apostasy and Defeat

Ahaz's reign marked by apostasy, foreign alliances, and military defeat, highlighting the destructive outcomes of turnin...

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Song of Solomon

Chapter 7

Love in the Country

The bridegroom and bride express their love for each other in a rural setting.

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Amos

Chapter 1

The Message to the Nations

God sends Amos to prophesy against the nations, including Israel, for their sins of oppression, injustice, and idolatry.

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Amos

Chapter 3

A Call to Repentance

God calls on the people to repent, warning them of impending judgment for their sins.

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Amos

Chapter 5

A Lament for Israel

Amos laments for Israel, calling on them to seek justice and righteousness, and warning them of impending judgment.

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Zechariah

Chapter 9

A Prophecy of the Coming Messiah

Zechariah prophesies of the coming of the Messiah, the King of Israel, who will save and deliver His people.

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Galatians

Chapter 1

Freedom from the Law

Paul writes to the Galatian church to address false teachings about circumcision and the law. He affirms that salvation ...

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Isaiah

Chapter 7

God's Promise to King Ahaz

In Isaiah 7, King Ahaz of Judah is faced with a military threat from two neighboring kingdoms. Isaiah is sent by God to ...

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Isaiah

Chapter 8

Trusting in God's Plan

In Isaiah chapter 8, God instructs Isaiah to write on a large scroll the words "Maher-shalal-hash-baz," which means "qui...

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Isaiah

Chapter 10

God's Judgment on Assyria

In Isaiah chapter 10, the prophet foretells God's judgment upon Assyria, who had become a powerful and oppressive empire...

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Isaiah

Chapter 17

The Utter Destruction of Damascus

In Isaiah chapter 17, God prophesies about the complete destruction of Damascus, the capital city of Syria. The chapter ...

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Jeremiah

Chapter 49

Prophecies against the Nations

In Jeremiah chapter 49, the prophet receives prophecies from God regarding several nations neighboring Israel, including...

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Ezekiel

Chapter 27

The Lament for Tyre

In Ezekiel chapter 27, the prophet laments the fall of the great city of Tyre, a major trading hub of the ancient world....

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Ezekiel

Chapter 47

The Vision of the Temple River

In chapter 47 of Ezekiel, the prophet has a vision of a temple river flowing from the sanctuary of the temple. As the wa...

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Ezekiel

Chapter 48

The Division of the Promised Land

In Ezekiel chapter 48, the prophet receives a vision from God regarding the allotment of land for the twelve tribes of I...

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