Topical Encyclopedia Babylon, often referred to as the "City of Gates," holds a significant place in biblical history and prophecy. Located in ancient Mesopotamia, near the Euphrates River, Babylon was a city of immense wealth, power, and influence. It is frequently mentioned in the Bible, symbolizing both human achievement and rebellion against God.Historical Context Babylon's origins trace back to the post-Flood era, with its founding attributed to Nimrod, a mighty hunter and ruler (Genesis 10:8-10). The city is famously associated with the Tower of Babel, where humanity's attempt to build a tower reaching the heavens led to God confusing their language and scattering them across the earth (Genesis 11:1-9). This event marked the beginning of Babylon's symbolic representation of human pride and defiance against divine authority. Babylon in the Prophets The prophets of the Old Testament frequently spoke of Babylon, both as a literal city and as a symbol of God's judgment. Isaiah prophesied the downfall of Babylon, describing it as a city that would be overthrown by the Medes and left desolate (Isaiah 13:17-22). Jeremiah also foretold Babylon's destruction, emphasizing its role as an instrument of God's wrath against Judah, yet assuring its eventual punishment (Jeremiah 25:12-14; 50:1-3). The prophet Daniel, who lived during the Babylonian exile, provided a detailed account of Babylon's grandeur and its king, Nebuchadnezzar. Daniel interpreted the king's dreams, revealing God's sovereignty over earthly kingdoms and predicting Babylon's fall to the Medo-Persian Empire (Daniel 2:36-39; 5:25-31). Babylon in Revelation In the New Testament, Babylon reemerges in the Book of Revelation as a symbol of the world's corrupt systems and opposition to God. Referred to as "Babylon the Great," it is depicted as a harlot riding a scarlet beast, representing the culmination of human rebellion and idolatry (Revelation 17:1-5). The apostle John describes its ultimate destruction, signifying the triumph of God's kingdom over evil (Revelation 18:1-24). Symbolism and Legacy Babylon's legacy in the Bible extends beyond its historical existence. It serves as a powerful symbol of human pride, idolatry, and the futility of opposing God's will. The city's opulence and eventual downfall remind believers of the transient nature of earthly power and the enduring sovereignty of God. Key Bible Verses · Genesis 11:4 : "And they said, 'Come, let us build ourselves a city with a tower that reaches to the heavens, that we may make a name for ourselves and not be scattered over the face of all the earth.'" · Isaiah 13:19 : "And Babylon, the jewel of kingdoms, the glory of the pride of the Chaldeans, will be overthrown by God like Sodom and Gomorrah." · Revelation 18:2 : "And he cried out with a mighty voice: 'Fallen, fallen is Babylon the great! She has become a dwelling for demons, a haunt for every unclean spirit, every unclean bird, and every detestable beast.'" Babylon's account, from its ambitious beginnings to its prophetic downfall, serves as a cautionary tale and a testament to God's ultimate authority over the nations. Nave's Topical Index Isaiah 45:1,2Thus said the LORD to his anointed, to Cyrus, whose right hand I have held, to subdue nations before him; and I will loose the loins of kings, to open before him the two leaved gates; and the gates shall not be shut; Nave's Topical Index Jeremiah 51:58 Library Psalm LXXXVII. The Revolt of Babylon. Our Strong City The Conquest of Babylon. There was at that Time at Babylon one Nehemiah... Babylon. Carried Captive into Babylon That the King of Babylon Repented of Making Jehoiachin King, and ... The Return of the Exiles How Nebuchadnezzar, when He had Conquered the King of Egypt Made ... Resources Was Daniel made a eunuch in Babylon? | GotQuestions.orgWhen and how was Judah conquered by the Babylonians? | GotQuestions.org Who was King Zedekiah in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Babylon: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Babylon was Called: Desert of the Sea Babylon was Called: Lady of Kingdoms Babylon was Called: Land of Merathaim Babylon was Called: Land of Shinar Babylon was Called: Land of the Chaldeans Babylon with Media and Persia Divided by Darius 120 Provinces Babylon: Ambassadors of, Sent to Hezekiah Babylon: As a Power Was: An Instrument of God's Vengeance on Other Nations Babylon: As a Power Was: Arrogant Babylon: As a Power Was: Covetous Babylon: As a Power Was: Cruel and Destructive Babylon: As a Power Was: Grand and Stately Babylon: As a Power Was: Oppressive Babylon: As a Power Was: Secure and Self-Confident Babylon: Babylon the Capital of Called Babylon the Great Babylon: Babylon the Capital of Called Beauty of Chaldees Babylon: Babylon the Capital of Called the City of Merchants Babylon: Babylon the Capital of Called the Glory of Kingdoms Babylon: Babylon the Capital of Called the Golden City Babylon: Babylon the Capital of Enlarged by Nebuchadnezzar Babylon: Babylon the Capital of Its Antiquity Babylon: Babylon the Capital of Surrounded With a Great Wall and Fortified Babylon: Babylon the Chief Province of Babylon: City of Built by Nimrod Babylon: City of Capital of the Kingdom of Babylon Babylon: City of in the Land of Shinar Babylon: City of Peter Writes From Babylon: City of Prophecies Concerning Babylon: Composed of Many Nations Babylon: Destroyed by the Medes Babylon: Empire of a Limited Monarchy Babylon: Empire of Armies of, Invade Ancient Canaan Babylon: Empire of At the Time of Ahasuerus Babylon: Empire of Called Land of Shinar Babylon: Empire of Colonists From, Sent to Samaria Babylon: Empire of Conquest of Egypt By Babylon: Empire of Divisions of Babylon: Empire of Extent of, at the Time of Nebuchadnezzar Babylon: Empire of Founded by Nimrod Babylon: Empire of Jews Carried To Babylon: Empire of Prophecies of Conquests By Babylon: Empire of Prophetic Denunciations Against Babylon: Formerly a Part of Mesopotamia Babylon: Founded by the Assyrians, and a Part of Their Empire Babylon: Inhabitants of Addicted to Magic Babylon: Inhabitants of Idolatrous Babylon: Inhabitants of Profane and Sacrilegious Babylon: Inhabitants of Wicked Babylon: Nebuchadnezzar King of Besieged and Took Jerusalem Babylon: Nebuchadnezzar King of Besieged Jerusalem Babylon: Nebuchadnezzar King of Burned Jerusalem Babylon: Nebuchadnezzar King of Made Jehoiakim Tributary Babylon: Nebuchadnezzar King of Made Zedekiah King Babylon: Nebuchadnezzar King of Rebelled Against by Zedekiah Babylon: Nebuchadnezzar King of Spoiled and Burned the Temple Babylon: Nebuchadnezzar King of Spoiled the Temple Babylon: Nebuchadnezzar King of Took Jehoiachin Captive to Babylon Babylon: Nebuchadnezzar King of Took Zedekiah Captive to Babylon Babylon: Predictions Respecting: Captivity of the Jews By Babylon: Predictions Respecting: Conquests By Babylon: Predictions Respecting: Destruction of Babylon: Predictions Respecting: Perpetual Desolation of Babylon: Predictions Respecting: Preaching of the Gospel In Babylon: Predictions Respecting: Restoration of the Jews From Babylon: Presidents Placed Over Babylon: Remarkable For: Antiquity Babylon: Remarkable For: Commerce Babylon: Remarkable For: Manufacture of Garments Babylon: Remarkable For: Military Power Babylon: Remarkable For: National Greatness Babylon: Remarkable For: Naval Power Babylon: Remarkable For: Wealth Babylon: Remarkable For: Wisdom of Senators Babylon: Represented by a Great Eagle Babylon: Represented by a Head of Gold Babylon: Represented by a Lion With Eagle's Wings Babylon: Restoration of the Jews From Babylon: Revolt of the Jews From, and Their Punishment Illustrated Babylon: Situated Beyond the Euphrates Babylon: The Gospel Preached In Babylon: The Jews Exhorted to be Subject To, and Settle In Babylon: Treatment of the Jews In Babylon: Watered by the Rivers Euphrates and Tigris Related Terms Merodach-baladan (2 Occurrences) |
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