In biblical terms, an "embassador" is a representative or messenger sent on behalf of a sovereign or government to convey messages, negotiate, or maintain relationships. The role of an embassador in the Bible is often symbolic of spiritual representation and the conveyance of divine messages.

Old Testament Context

The concept of an embassador is present in the Old Testament, where envoys or messengers were sent by kings to communicate with other nations. For example, in Isaiah 18:2, the prophet speaks of ambassadors being sent by a nation "to a people tall and smooth-skinned." These envoys were tasked with delivering messages and negotiating terms, often involving peace or alliances.

In 2 Chronicles 32:31, envoys from Babylon are sent to King Hezekiah to inquire about the miraculous sign that had occurred in the land. This instance highlights the role of embassadors in diplomatic relations and the exchange of information between nations.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the term "embassador" takes on a more spiritual connotation. The Apostle Paul uses the concept to describe his role in spreading the Gospel. In 2 Corinthians 5:20 , Paul writes, "Therefore we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making His appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ: Be reconciled to God." Here, Paul emphasizes the responsibility of believers to represent Christ and convey His message of reconciliation to the world.

Similarly, in Ephesians 6:20 , Paul refers to himself as "an ambassador in chains," highlighting his commitment to proclaiming the Gospel despite his imprisonment. This metaphor underscores the idea that Christians are representatives of God's kingdom, tasked with spreading His message regardless of personal circumstances.

Symbolism and Application

The role of an embassador in the Bible symbolizes the duty of believers to act as representatives of God's kingdom on earth. Just as earthly embassadors are sent to foreign lands to convey the interests of their sovereign, Christians are called to live in the world as representatives of Christ, sharing His message of salvation and reconciliation.

The concept also implies a sense of authority and responsibility. As embassadors, believers are entrusted with the message of the Gospel and are called to live in a manner that reflects the values and character of the one they represent. This includes living a life of integrity, love, and service, as well as being prepared to share the hope of the Gospel with others.

Conclusion

The biblical concept of an embassador serves as a powerful metaphor for the Christian's role in the world. It emphasizes the responsibility to represent Christ and His kingdom, to communicate His message of reconciliation, and to live in a way that honors the sovereign they serve. Through the examples of envoys in the Old Testament and the apostolic teachings in the New Testament, the role of an embassador is portrayed as both a privilege and a duty for believers.1. (n.) A minister of the highest rank sent to a foreign court to represent there his sovereign or country.

2. (n.) An official messenger and representative.

3. (n.) Same as Ambassador.

The Confession of Cyril Lucar, AD 1631.
... The Jesuits, with the aid of the French embassador at the Sublime Porte, spared
no intrigues to counteract and checkmate his Protestant schemes, and to bring ...
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The Synod of Jerusalem and the Confession of Dositheus, AD 1672.
... charged by Aymon and others with subserviency to the interests of Rome; Dositheus
being in correspondence with Nointel, the French embassador at Constantinople ...
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The Brandenburg Confessions.
... rite, in the Dome of Berlin, together with fifty-four others, including his brother
John George, the Count of Nassau, Ernst Casimir, and the English embassador ...
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The Canons and Decrees of the Council of Trent.
... Pius IV. told the Venetian embassador that his predecessors had professed
a wish for a council, but had not really desired it. In ...
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Cambyses.
... Now it happened that Cyrus himself, at one time in the course of his life, was attacked
with this disease, and he dispatched an embassador to Amasis, who was ...
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The Invasion of Greece and the Battle of Marathon.
... Megabyzus sent an embassador to inquire what became of his seven messengers; but
the Macedonian prince contrived to buy this messenger off by large rewards ...
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The Vatican Decrees. The Constitution on the Catholic Faith.
... Bismarck directed the German Embassador at Rome, Count Arnim, to inform Cardinal
Antonelli that, unless the charge against Protestantism was withdrawn, he ...
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The Vatican Decrees, Continued. The Infallibility Decree.
... Churches have since been organized in Rome, where none was tolerated before, except
outside of the walls or in the house of some foreign embassador; a branch ...
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John Knox.
... quoted by M'Crie, p. 355. [1306] So the English embassador, Sir Nicholas
Throckmorton, wrote to Cecil. [1307] Thus his eloquence was ...
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The Invasion of Scythia.
... Once in every five years they were accustomed to choose by lot, with solemn ceremonies,
one of their number, to be sent as a legate or embassador to their god. ...
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Embassador (4 Occurrences)
...Embassador (4 Occurrences). Ephesians 6:20 For which I am an embassador in bonds:
that therein I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. (WBS). ...
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Rumor (10 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 49:14 I have heard a rumor from the LORD, and an embassador is sent to
the heathen, saying, Assemble, and come against her, and rise up to the battle. ...
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Embassadors (8 Occurrences)

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Embarrassment (1 Occurrence)

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Assemble (77 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 49:14 I have heard a rumor from the LORD, and an embassador is sent to
the heathen, saying, Assemble, and come against her, and rise up to the battle. ...
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Ambassador (5 Occurrences)
... him (2 Samuel 10:5). Noah Webster's Dictionary. (n.) Alt. of Embassador.
Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. AMBASSADOR. am-bas'-a-dor ...
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