Definition and Usage:
The term "brasen" refers to objects made of brass or bronze, a metal alloy primarily composed of copper and tin. In the context of the Bible, "brasen" is often used to describe various items, particularly those associated with the tabernacle, temple, and religious rituals. The use of brass or bronze in biblical times was significant due to its durability and the skill required to work with it, symbolizing strength and resilience.

Biblical References:
The Bible contains numerous references to brasen objects, particularly in the construction and furnishing of sacred spaces. One of the most notable examples is the "brazen altar" used for burnt offerings in the tabernacle and later in the temple. In Exodus 27:1-2 , God instructs Moses: "You are to construct the altar of acacia wood, five cubits long and five cubits wide—the altar is to be square—and three cubits high. Make a horn at each of the four corners, so that the horns are of one piece, and overlay it with bronze."

Another significant brasen object is the "brazen serpent" mentioned in Numbers 21:8-9 : "Then the LORD said to Moses, 'Make a fiery serpent and mount it on a pole. When anyone who is bitten looks at it, he will live.' So Moses made a bronze serpent and mounted it on a pole. Whenever someone was bitten by a snake, he looked at the bronze serpent and lived." This object later became a symbol of healing and salvation, prefiguring Christ's crucifixion as referenced in John 3:14-15.

Symbolism and Significance:
Brasen items in the Bible often carry symbolic meanings. The use of bronze, a strong and enduring metal, represents judgment and purification. The brazen altar, for instance, was the site of sacrifices, symbolizing atonement and reconciliation with God. The brazen serpent, lifted up for the healing of the Israelites, foreshadows the redemptive work of Jesus Christ, who was "lifted up" on the cross for the salvation of humanity.

Craftsmanship and Artistry:
The creation of brasen objects required skilled craftsmanship, as seen in the work of Bezalel and Oholiab, who were endowed with divine wisdom and skill to construct the tabernacle's furnishings (Exodus 31:1-5). The intricate designs and detailed work on these objects reflect the importance of beauty and excellence in worship, as well as the dedication required to serve God.

Cultural and Historical Context:
In ancient Near Eastern cultures, bronze was a valuable material used for both practical and ceremonial purposes. The Israelites' use of bronze in their religious practices aligns with the broader cultural context of the time, where metalwork was a highly regarded skill. The biblical emphasis on brasen objects highlights the integration of cultural practices with divine instructions, demonstrating how God used existing materials and skills to fulfill His purposes.

Conclusion:
The term "brasen" in the Bible encompasses a range of objects that played crucial roles in the religious life of the Israelites. These items, crafted with skill and precision, served not only practical functions but also carried deep symbolic meanings, pointing to themes of judgment, purification, and redemption. Through the use of bronze, the biblical narrative underscores the importance of strength, endurance, and divine craftsmanship in the worship and service of God.(a.) Same as Brazen.BRASEN

bra'-z'-n.

See BRASS.

5178. nechosheth -- copper, bronze
... bronze (1). brasen, brass, chain, copper, fetter of brass, filthiness, steel.
For nchuwshah; copper, hence, something made of that ...
/hebrew/5178.htm - 6k

Hiram, the Inspired Artificer
... by 4 1/2 feet, ornamented carefully on each side with garlands hanging in festoons,
literally, "garlands, pensile work." Each base had brasen wheels attached ...
/.../milligan/men of the bible some lesser-known/hiram the inspired artificer.htm

Never a Man Like Him
... market, except they wash, they eat not, and many other things there be, which they
have received to hold, as the washing of cups, and pots, brasen vessels, and ...
/.../mark/jesus of nazareth a biography/chapter vii never a man.htm

Jesus Fails to Attend the Third Passover.
... they bathe themselves, they eat not; and many other things there are, which they
have received to hold, washings of cups, and pots, and brasen vessels.) 5 And ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/lxv jesus fails to attend.htm

Rejection of the Tradition of the Elders.
... they bathe themselves, they eat not; and many other things there are, which they
have received to hold, washings of cups, and pots, and brasen vessels.) And ...
//christianbookshelf.org/barton/his life/rejection of the tradition of.htm

A Sermon of the Reverend Father Master Hugh Latimer, Preached in ...
... For the brasen serpent was set up in the wilderness, to put men in remembrance of
Christ's coming; that like as they which beheld the brasen serpent were ...
/.../latimer/sermons on the card and other discourses/a sermon of the reverend.htm

Rhapsody
... And I will make thee unto this people a fenced brasen wall; and they shall fight
against thee, but they shall not prevail against thee: for I am with thee to ...
/.../various/select masterpieces of biblical literature/rhapsody.htm

To the Bishops of Africa.
... But if once more they are asked, how is He like?' they brasen it out and say, by
perfect virtue and harmony, by having the same will with the Father, by not ...
/.../athanasius/select works and letters or athanasius/to the bishops of africa.htm

On the Words, Crucified and Buried.
... the figure which Moses completed by fixing the serpent to a cross, that whoso had
been bitten by the living serpent, and looked to the brasen serpent, might be ...
/.../cyril/lectures of s cyril of jerusalem/lecture xiii on the words.htm

Brasen (6 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (a.) Same as Brazen. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia.
BRASEN. bra'-z'-n. See BRASS. Multi-Version Concordance Brasen (6 Occurrences). ...
/b/brasen.htm - 8k

Brands (7 Occurrences)

/b/brands.htm - 8k

Fenced (61 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 1:18 For, behold, I have made thee this day a defenced city, and an iron
pillar, and brasen walls against the whole land, against the kings of Judah ...
/f/fenced.htm - 27k

Looking-glass (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. LOOKING-GLASS. look'-ing-glas (Exodus 38:8 the
King James Version margin "brasen glasses"). See GLASS; MIRROR. ...
/l/looking-glass.htm - 7k

Lookingglass
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia LOOKING-GLASS. look'-ing-glas (Exodus 38:8 the
King James Version margin "brasen glasses"). See GLASS; MIRROR. ...
/l/lookingglass.htm - 6k

Tables (41 Occurrences)
... And many other things there be, which they have received to hold, as the washing
of cups, and pots, brasen vessels, and of tables. (KJV WBS). ...
/t/tables.htm - 20k

Defenced (9 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 1:18 For, behold, I have made thee this day a defenced city, and an iron
pillar, and brasen walls against the whole land, against the kings of Judah ...
/d/defenced.htm - 9k

Market-place (7 Occurrences)
... they bathe themselves, they eat not; and many other things there are, which they
have received to hold, washings of cups, and pots, and brasen vessels.) (ASV ...
/m/market-place.htm - 9k

Purity (16 Occurrences)
... except they bathemselves, they eat not; and many other things there are, which they
have received to hold, washings of cups, and pots, and brasen vessels," yet ...
/p/purity.htm - 30k

Pots (30 Occurrences)
... And many other things there be, which they have received to hold, as the
washing of cups, and pots, brasen vessels, and of tables. ...
/p/pots.htm - 15k

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