Who was Rezin?

King of Aram SyraVenereum

The story of Rezin

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Rezin was a biblical figure who was the son of Eliab and the brother of King David. He was the king of Aram-Damascus and was known for his hostility towards the Kingdom of Israel. He was a powerful ruler and was known for his military prowess. He was also known for his alliance with the King of Israel, Pekah, and for his attempts to overthrow the House of David. Rezin was a major figure in the biblical narrative and was known for his attempts to overthrow the House of David. He was a powerful ruler and was known for his military prowess. He was also known for his alliance with the King of Israel, Pekah, and for his attempts to overthrow the House of David. He was eventually defeated by the forces of King Ahaz of Judah and was killed in battle. Rezin is best known for his attempts to overthrow the House of David and his alliance with the King of Israel, Pekah. He was a powerful ruler and was known for his military prowess. He was also known for his attempts to overthrow the House of David and his alliance with the King of Israel, Pekah. He was eventually defeated by the forces of King Ahaz of Judah and was killed in battle.

Name meaning

The name "Rezin" has its origins in the Bible, specifically in the Old Testament. Rezin was a king of Aram (modern-day Syria), mentioned in the books of 2 Kings and Isaiah. The name is of Hebrew origin, and it is believed to mean "firm," "strong," or "stable." In the biblical context, Rezin formed an alliance with Pekah, king of Israel, against Ahaz, king of Judah. This historical and biblical association lends a certain strength and resilience to the name's meaning.

Name origin

Hebrew

Role

King

First mention

2 Kings 15:37

Appearances in the Bible

11 mentions

Rezin in the Bible

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2 Kings

Chapter 15

Reigns of Azariah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah

Azariah, also known as Uzziah, becomes king of Judah and carries out reforms, but also becomes proud and is struck with ...

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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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Ezra

Chapter 2

Return of the Exiles to Jerusalem

The list of the exiles who returned to Jerusalem under the leadership of Ezra.

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Nehemiah

Chapter 7

The Completion of the Wall

The completion of the wall of Jerusalem and the celebration of the dedication.

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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 9

The Birth of a Savior

Isaiah foretells the coming of a child who will bring light to the darkness of the people of Israel. He prophecies that ...

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