Topical Encyclopedia Syria, a significant nation in biblical history, is frequently mentioned in the context of prophecies concerning its future. The prophetic literature of the Bible contains several references to the fate of Syria, particularly focusing on its eventual downfall and cessation as a kingdom.Isaiah's Prophecy Against Damascus One of the most notable prophecies concerning Syria is found in the book of Isaiah. The prophet Isaiah delivers a message from God regarding Damascus, the capital of Syria, foretelling its destruction and the end of its status as a kingdom. Isaiah 17:1 states: "A prophecy against Damascus: 'Behold, Damascus will no longer be a city but will become a heap of ruins.'" This prophecy indicates a complete desolation of Damascus, symbolizing the broader decline of Syria as a political entity. Jeremiah's Pronouncement The prophet Jeremiah also speaks of the impending judgment on Damascus. In Jeremiah 49:23-27 , the prophecy describes the anguish and fear that will grip the city, leading to its downfall. Verse 24 states: "Damascus has become feeble; she has turned to flee, and panic has gripped her; anguish and pain have seized her, pain like that of a woman in labor." This vivid imagery underscores the severity of the judgment that would befall Syria, contributing to its cessation as a kingdom. Amos and the Judgment on Aram The prophet Amos, in his oracles against the nations, includes a pronouncement against Aram, another name for Syria. Amos 1:3-5 declares: "This is what the LORD says: 'For three transgressions of Damascus, even for four, I will not revoke My judgment, because they threshed Gilead with sledges of iron. So I will send fire upon the house of Hazael to consume the citadels of Ben-hadad. I will break down the gate of Damascus; I will cut off the ruler from the Valley of Aven and the one who wields the scepter from Beth-eden. The people of Aram will go into exile to Kir,' says the LORD." This passage highlights the divine judgment against Syria for its transgressions, leading to its eventual downfall and loss of sovereignty. Ezekiel's Lamentation Ezekiel also contributes to the prophetic discourse concerning Syria. In Ezekiel 27:16-18 , while lamenting over Tyre, he mentions the trade relations with Syria, indicating its prominence. However, the broader context of Ezekiel's prophecies includes the judgment upon nations surrounding Israel, including Syria, which would face consequences for their actions against God's people. Historical Fulfillment Historically, these prophecies find fulfillment in the successive conquests and decline of Syria. The Assyrian Empire, under rulers such as Tiglath-Pileser III, invaded and subdued Syria, leading to its loss of independence. Later, the region fell under the control of the Babylonians, Persians, and eventually the Greeks and Romans, each contributing to the erosion of Syria's status as a sovereign kingdom. The biblical prophecies concerning Syria's cessation as a kingdom serve as a testament to the fulfillment of divine judgment as articulated by the prophets. These prophecies underscore the sovereignty of God over the nations and His ability to bring about His purposes in history. Torrey's Topical Textbook Isaiah 17:1-3The burden of Damascus. Behold, Damascus is taken away from being a city, and it shall be a ruinous heap. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library The Romance of M. Renan. By Napoleon Roussel. Author's Introduction, The Medes and the Second Chaldaean Empire Resources Does war with Syria have anything to do with the end times? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the significance of Syria/Aram in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Who is the king of the North in Daniel 11? | GotQuestions.org Syria: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Syria: A Saviour Raised up for Israel Against Syria: Abana and Pharpar Rivers of Syria: And It Included Phoenicia Syria: Army of, Miraculously Routed Syria: Asa Sought Aid of, Against Israel Syria: Benhadad King of, Besieged Samaria Syria: Called Aram, from the Son of Shem Syria: Confederates With Nebuchadnezzar Syria: Conquest of by Jeroboam Syria: Conquest of by Tiglath-Pileser, King of Assyria Syria: Damascus the Capital of Syria: David: Dedicated the Spoils of Syria: David: Destroyed a Second Army of Syria: David: Destroyed the Army of, Which Assisted Hadadezer Syria: David: Garrisoned and Made Tributary Syria: David: Obtained Renown by his Victory Over Syria: David: Sent Joab Against the Armies of, Hired by the Ammonites Syria: Death of the King of, and the Cruelty of his Successor Syria: Elijah Anointed Hazael King Over, by Divine Direction Syria: Elisha Predicted to Joash his Three Victories Over Syria: God Smote With Blindness Those Sent Against Elisha by The Syria: Gospel Preached and Many Churches Founded In Syria: Inhabitants of a Commercial People Syria: Inhabitants of a Warlike People Syria: Inhabitants of an Idolatrous People Syria: Inhabitants of Called Syrians Syria: Inhabitants of Called Syrians of Damascus Syria: Inhabitants of Spoke the Syriack Language Syria: Israel Delivered Into the Hands of, for the Sins of Jehoahaz Syria: Israel Followed the Idolatry of Syria: Joined With Israel Against Ahaz and Besieged Jerusalem Syria: Joram King of Israel in Seeking to Recover Ramothgilead From, Syria: Minor Kingdoms Within the Region: And in the Title of Syria: Minor Kingdoms Within the Region: Aram-Rehob, Also Called Beth-Rehob Syria: Minor Kingdoms Within the Region: Aram-Zobah, Also Called, Zobah and Zoba Syria: Minor Kingdoms Within the Region: Damascus Syria: Minor Kingdoms Within the Region: Geshur Syria: Minor Kingdoms Within the Region: Hamath Syria: More Properly the Country Around Damascus Syria: Originally Included Mesopotamia Syria: Paul Goes To, With Letters to Apprehend the Christians Syria: People of, Colonized in Samaria by the King of Assyria Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Burning of Damascus Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Ceasing to be a Kingdom Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Destruction of Its Inhabitants Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Destruction of Rezin King of Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Its Calamities, the Punishments of Its Sins Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Its History in Connection With the Macedonia Empire Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Its Inhabitants to be Captives Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Plundering of Damascus Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Terror and Dismay In, Occasioned by Its Invasion Syria: Retook Elath and Drove out the Jews Syria: Subdued and Governed by the Romans Syria: Subdued and Its Inhabitants Taken Captive by Assyria Syria: The Fame of Jesus Extended Over Syria: The Israelites: At Peace With, for Three Years Syria: The Israelites: Craftily Drawn Into a League With Syria: The Israelites: Defeated By, and Ahab Slain Syria: The Israelites: Encouraged and Assisted by God Overcame a Second Time Syria: The Israelites: Forewarned of Invasion By, at the Return of the Year Syria: The Israelites: Harassed by Frequent Incursions of Syria: The Israelites: Heard the Secrets of, from Elisha Syria: The Israelites: Insignificant Before Syria: The Israelites: Under Ahab Encouraged and Assisted by God, Overcame Syria: The Israelites: Under Ahab Sought to Recover Ramoth-Gilead From Syria: The Roman Province of, Included the Land of Canaan Related Terms |
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